Overview

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, full-service lumber yard and hardware retailer with a long history of success in a growing rural market in the Midwest United States. The company serves a diverse base of homeowners, contractors, and seasonal property owners with a wide selection of lumber, building materials, tools, hardware, rentals, and specialty outdoor living products.

With strong brand recognition, deep community roots, and decades of operational stability, the business is now demonstrating some of its strongest financial performance to date, with double-digit EBITDA margins and significant Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE). The business is ideal for an individual buyer, industry operator, or investor looking for a stable platform with room for growth.

Highlights

• Established ~75 years in the same region – strong local brand and customer loyalty
• Member of a national cooperative with advantageous buying power and supplier access
• Full-service operation: building materials, hardware, rentals, design services, delivery
• Composite decking specialist – high-margin, high-demand segment
• Diverse customer base: homeowners (DIY), contractors, and cottage/cabin owners
• Strong management and experienced long-term staff with low turnover
• High percentage of repeat customers and long-term contractor relationships
• Well-maintained facility and yard infrastructure

Financial Overview 

• 2024 Gross Sales $3.14 M | SDE $422K
• 2023 Gross Sakes $3.65M | SDE $476K
• Gross Margin Averages 29.1%

Growth Opportunities

• Add outside salesperson to grow contractor accounts and regional market share
• Expand e-commerce and digital marketing presence (click & collect, curbside, delivery)
• Open a Kitchen & Bath showroom to attract remodeling and builder clients
• Grow rental division and outdoor living products (decks, fences, patios)
• Introduce new product lines (e.g., hunting/fishing gear for seasonal demand)
• Geographic expansion into nearby underserved markets
• Fleet upgrades to improve delivery service and reduce operational costs

Ideal Buyer

This opportunity is best suited for:

• An owner-operator seeking a stable, profitable business in a community-oriented environment
• A strategic buyer (e.g., building supply or home improvement group) looking to add a rural, high-margin operation
• An investor seeking a strong cash-flowing small business with room for growth and solid staff in place

Reason for Sale

Ownership is preparing for retirement and seeking a qualified buyer to continue the company’s legacy and capitalize on the growth potential. A transition period is available to support a smooth handoff.

Next Steps

To learn more about this opportunity, submit a confidential inquiry through the platform. A full Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM) is available to qualified buyers upon signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

This business is being offered confidentially. Location and business name will only be disclosed to serious, qualified buyers who have executed an NDA.