Decks & Docks Co., a specialty distributor of composite decking and outdoor living building products, has acquired J&W Lumber, a provider of outdoor building materials serving southern California.

The transaction marks a significant step in Decks & Docks’ geographic expansion strategy and establishes its first major presence on the West Coast. Clyde Jennings, owner of J&W, will continue to lead the business, which will retain the J&W brand and existing workforce to ensure continuity for customers and employees. Founded in 1958, J&W Lumber supplies outdoor building materials, including decking, railing, and related accessories, through six locations across southern California. The company serves a diverse customer base that includes homeowners, contractors, municipalities, dealers, manufacturers and architects. Its longstanding reputation, regional market presence and focus on customer service provide Decks & Docks with an established platform from which to expand in one of the country’s largest outdoor living markets.

Trenam Law served as legal advisor and Grant Thornton Stax served as financial advisor to Decks & Docks. Procopio acted as legal advisor and RA Capital served as financial advisor to J&W.

About Decks & Docks Company

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Clearwater, Fla., Decks & Docks is a leading pure-play specialty distributor of composite decking and outdoor living building products. Known as a one-stop shop for contractor customers, offering a comprehensive suite of products such as composite decking, railings, pilings and vinyl seawall, Decks & Docks serves multiple markets throughout the United States, operating a network of 76 locations across 24 states and shipping domestically and internationally. Decks & Docks has a proven track record of successful expansion and a reputation for fantastic service, great value and rapid delivery of supplies. Visit www.decks-docks.com.

Source: businesswire.com