I would say it all depends on location.For me, Home Depot is the most convenient for building materials (wood, sheetrock, screws), but for finishes including appliances, cabinets, windows, and flooring, I shop around my local distributors.

Nice to meet you Ann, I am right near your neck of the woods in Lodi myself. 

Hi, I’m debating a normal hot tub vs a wood fire hot tub.

porch with some ikea wood lock-in tiles

Wood Hat Spirts is just north about 15-20 mins, off  I-70 and they have been a staple of mine for a few years too.  

Guy is 65 and he chopped woods for almost 50 years, still does.

This is a single family house, wood frame construction with faux stucco veneer (the thin stuff they've used since the 80s).

What about insulation, trim, appliances, the wood floor, etc?

Quote from @KiKi Wood: We manage 60+ rentals in Indy. 

Wood retaining wall is much cheaper than a concrete or stone wall.