US LBM acquires Walker Lumber & Supply to expand its presence with first Tennessee location
Feb 03, 2025•10 months ago
Acquiring Company
US LBM
Acquired Company
Walker Lumber & Supply
Description
US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, has strategically acquired Walker Lumber & Supply, a top building products distributor in Nashville. This acquisition marks US LBM's first location in Tennessee, positioning the company to better support the Southeast region and extend its services to new communities.
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