Our History

Cook’s Lumber and Hardware has been a family-owned cornerstone of quality and service since 1923. Founded by Bert Cook in Southern California, our roots trace back to a humble hardware store built on integrity, craftsmanship, and community.

For over a century, our family has passed down not just a business, but a legacy. From Chuck Cook’s early contributions after serving in the U.S. Navy, to the leadership of Bob and Jim Cook, each generation has helped evolve Cook’s into a premier destination for high-end doors, windows, and finish materials.

Today, Cook’s Doors & Windows is in its fourth generation of Cooks, proudly carrying on Bert’s vision. Our team of experienced professionals is here to assist homeowners, designers, and contractors with expert advice and product knowledge—from doors and windows to mouldings, hardware, and more. Whether you’re building new or remodeling, we offer quality solutions to match your vision and your budget.

1922
Albert "Bert" Cook with his wife and son, Charles "Chuck" Cook, moved to California from Zearing, Iowa
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1938
Chuck Cook graduated from Leuzinger High School in Lawndale and joined his father in business
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1950
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Bert Cook and Chuck Cook
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1957
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1973
Chuck Cook at 50th anniversary party
1980
Jim Cook graduated from Arizona State University and joined the family business
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Bob Cook, Chuck and Jim Cook standing in new warehouse
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1923
Bert Cook founded Cook's Lumber and Hardware
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Bert Cook, founder of Cook's Lumber and Hardware
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Chuck Cook (son) and Bert Cook
1942-1945
Chuck served in the United States Navy in the South Pacific
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1951-
1952
Chuck served in the United States Navy in Korea
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Bert passed away, Chuck took over the business
1958
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1961
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Bob, Jim and Chuck Cook
 
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1979
Bob Cook graduated from University of Southern California and joined the family business
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Phased out the hardware store to expand the showroom and concentrate on the doors / windows and finish materials.
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2006
Chuck Cook passed away leaving the business to Bob and Jim Cook
1922
Albert "Bert" Cook with his wife and son, Charles "Chuck" Cook, moved to California from Zearing, Iowa
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1923
Bert Cook founded Cook's Lumber and Hardware
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Bert Cook, founder of Cook's Lumber and Hardware
1938
Chuck Cook graduated from Leuzinger High School in Lawndale and joined his father in business
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Chuck Cook (son) and Bert Cook
1942-1945
Chuck served in the United States Navy in the South Pacific
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1950
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1951-
1952
Chuck served in the United States Navy in Korea
 
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Bert cook and chuck cook
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1957
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Bert passed away, Chuck took over the business
1958
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1961
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Bob, Jim and Chuck Cook
 
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1973
Chuck Cook at 50th anniversary party
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1979
Bob Cook graduated from University of Southern California and joined the family business
1980
Jim Cook graduated from Arizona State University and joined the family business
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Phased out the hardware store to expand the showroom and concentrate on the doors / windows and finish materials.
2000
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Bob Cook, Chuck and Jim Cook standing in new warehouse
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2004
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2006
Chuck Cook passed away leaving the business to Bob and Jim Cook