The Story of Erie Materials
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The original Erie warehouse
When Bob Neumann opened Erie Materials in 1973, he started out with a single building in Syracuse, an old truck, a forklift and three employees.

Over the years, the company has strategically expanded throughout much of New York State and northern Pennsylvania. We now have nine locations, more than 350 employees, a fleet of vehicles and an advanced distribution system.

Much of our growth has been driven by our customers’ needs. When contractors request new products, we consider them for our line. When our sales become too strong in a location to be well served by an existing branch, we establish a new one.

Despite all the changes over the years, Erie Materials continues to be guided by Mr. Neumann’s simple philosophy: Offer contractors quality products at a competitive price and provide the best service available.

It’s the “best service” part that distinguishes us most from our competitors. That is why we train our sales staff to help contractors not only select products but advise on proper installation. It is why we maintain the deepest inventory levels. It is why we’ve invested heavily in a sophisticated distribution system that ensures next day delivery to every one of our nine locations. And it is why we’ve added special services, such as our Builder Funding Program, a quoting and estimating department and millwork service, which help our customers succeed as well.

Distribution Center

“We will do things other people won’t, can’t or don’t know how to do,” says Mr. Neumann.
  • Started in Syracuse in 1973
  • Opened Auburn in 1982
  • Binghamton in 1985
  • Elmira in 1994
  • Scranton in 1995
  • Utica in 1996
  • Watertown in 1997
  • Williamsport in 2003
  • Albany in 2006

News and Events
CorrectDeck: Find Out Why It's the Best!
Resists staining, fading and mildew!

 

CedarBoard Insulated Siding Now at Erie
Double 6" Clapboard and all accessories in stock and ready for you.

 

Restoration Millwork Moulding Profiles Come to Erie
All 19 moulding profiles, plus trimboards, sheets, corners and beadboard!

 

A New Line of Windows from a Long-Time Partner
Introducing Viwinco brand windows.

 

Erie's DC Drives Next Day Delivery
Find out how we deliver product to you day after day after day...
Remodelers Prefer Cultured Stone
New surveys show it is the nation's most recognized, most used and highest quality brand.
Restoration Millwork Trim Comes to Erie!
10 Reasons Why You'll Love Restoration Millwork
CertainTeed Shingles Meet Wind Codes
Most all of CertainTeed's asphalt shingle products meet the latest wind code requirements in all zones when properly applied.
Paradigm Windows Brings Colors Inside!
March 2007 –25 choices in interior and exterior colors.
Erie Donates to Southern Tier Flood Victims
Erie Materials joined the Southern Tier Home Builders & Remodelers Association to help flood victims.
Erie a Top Sponsor at First NYS Builders Show
Erie Materials was one of the lead (platinum level) sponsors at the first ever statewide tradeshow, coordinated by the NYS Builders Association.
New Branch Opens in Albany
March 2006
Erie Materials has opened its newest branch in New York’s capital city.
Rooftop Delivery!
Rooftop delivery is available from our newly upgraded fleet of delivery trucks!
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