Our Story
Family Owned. PNW Proud.
For over 22 years, A-1 Pallets has been the Pacific Northwest's most trusted pallet partner — built on family values, quality craftsmanship, and a deep commitment to sustainability.
Our Mission
“Top-quality, durable, cost-effective pallet solutions — with a strict commitment to sustainability and exceptional service.”
A-1 Pallets, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of A-1 Holdings, Inc., founded on the belief that Pacific Northwest businesses deserve a pallet partner that combines industrial scale with genuine personal service.
Over more than two decades, we have grown into the largest privately-owned, family-owned pallet manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest — without ever losing the responsiveness and accountability that only a family business can offer.
What Drives Us
Our Core Values
Quality Control
Every pallet we produce, repair, or sell passes a multi-point inspection. Our quality standard is non-negotiable — because your supply chain depends on it.
Unbeatable Value
Competitive pricing without compromising durability or specification. We optimize our operations so you do not have to pay a premium for quality.
Speed & Reliability
Streamlined manufacturing, in-house repair, and a dedicated Mon–Sat delivery fleet keep your operations running on schedule — every time.
Sustainable Practices
Our closed-loop recycling program diverts thousands of pallets from landfills each year. Sustainability is not a marketing line — it is built into how we operate.
Family-Driven
We are a family business, and that shapes everything — from how we treat our employees to the long-term partnerships we build with every client.
Our Story
22 Years of Building the Pacific Northwest.
A-1 Pallets was founded with a straightforward purpose: to give Pacific Northwest businesses a reliable, high-quality pallet source backed by people who actually answer the phone.
Over more than two decades, that founding commitment has never wavered — even as our operation has grown into the region's largest private family-owned pallet manufacturer. We have expanded our fleet, our facility, and our service offerings, but every client still gets the personal attention of a business that knows their name.
Today, A-1 Pallets operates out of our Kent, WA facility — serving clients from small independent businesses to large regional distribution operations — seven days a week, 52 weeks a year.
Key Milestones
2000s
A-1 Pallets founded in Kent, WA as a family-owned pallet supplier to the Pacific Northwest.
2010s
Expanded manufacturing capabilities and fleet to serve growing demand across Washington and Oregon.
2015
Launched our formal pallet recycling program, establishing the closed-loop sustainability model we operate today.
2020
Introduced Total Pallet Management and VMI programs to serve clients with larger, more complex operational needs.
Today
The Pacific Northwest's #1 privately-owned, family-owned pallet manufacturer — still family operated, still answering the phone.
Built-In Sustainability
The A-1 Pallet Recycling Process
Our closed-loop recycling program keeps pallets in service longer and out of landfills — reducing waste while delivering better value to our clients.
Collection
We gather used pallets from warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities throughout the PNW — arranging convenient pickup or drop-off on your schedule.
Sorting & Repair
Our team sorts every incoming pallet by condition grade. Repairable units are restored to like-new condition using quality materials and skilled craftsmanship.
Reintegration
Repaired pallets re-enter the supply chain — reducing demand for new lumber, cutting waste, and helping our clients meet their own sustainability goals.
Our Facility & Team
Built for Scale. Run by Family.
Located at 404 3rd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032.
The Pacific Northwest's
Pallet Partner.
Family-owned for 24+ years. Custom pallets built to your spec, delivered fast across the PNW.