L&W Supply acquires Holmes Drywall

L&W Supply has acquired the assets of Holmes Drywall Supply with locations in Kansas City, and Lee’s Summit, Mo., along with Topeka, Kan. 

According to L&W, the acquisition will increase its team of experienced associates and strengthen its presence in eastern Kansas. With the acquisition, L&W Supply now has three locations in the Kansas City and Topeka markets.

The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Founded as a family business in 1967, Holmes Drywall Supply is one of the area’s largest distributors of drywall, metal studs, insulation and acoustical ceiling products serving commercial and residential contractors. 

Holmes associates will continue to work at the locations, ensuring customers receive seamless access to the products and expertise they need to run their businesses, L&W Supply said.

“This acquisition allows L&W Supply to enhance our service to commercial customers and build deeper relationships with contractors and residential builders in the Kansas City and Topeka areas,” said Curt Jenkins, vice president of L&W Supply’s Central Region. “We are excited to welcome the Holmes associates to the L&W Supply family. Their commitment to customers over the past 54 years has made them a leader in the market.”

Based in Chicago, L&W Supply operates over 200 branches in 40 states. L&W is a subsidiary of ABC Supply Co.