MRD Lumber, a trusted regional building material supplier, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026. Founded in 1986, the company has grown from a small lumber yard into a multi-location supplier serving contractors and builders throughout Schuylkill, Berks, Lebanon, Lehigh, Carbon, and Bucks Counties.
To commemorate this milestone, MRD Lumber will host a 40th Anniversary Celebration on April 23, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The event will honor the professional contractors and partners who have contributed to the company’s success over the past four decades.
MRD Lumber’s History In Orwigsburg & Schuylkill County, PA
Founded by Mark Herring, Rick Haberacker, and Dennis Herring, MRD Lumber was built on the philosophy that customer service is the single most important ingredient in a successful business relationship. Learn more about MRD Lumber’s history.

Over the years, the company expanded its operations to include custom millwork manufacturing, a centralized distribution center in Bethel Township, and a comprehensive range of construction materials.
MRD Lumber Today
Today, MRD Lumber employs over 40 team members and continues to serve professional builders and remodelers with lumber, plywood, pressure-treated products, insulation, windows and doors, decking, and custom millwork solutions.
“Our success has always been tied to the success of our customers. This anniversary is not just about our history, it is about celebrating the contractors, businesses, and communities who have grown alongside us.”
– Chief Operation Officer Michael Herring.
MRD Lumber’s 40th Anniversary Celebration
The April 23 celebration will provide an opportunity for contractors and partners to gather, reflect on the company’s history, and look forward to continued growth in the region’s construction industry.
For more information about MRD Lumber or the 40th Anniversary Celebration, contact MRD Lumber directly.




