Hartville Hardware & Lumber Acquires Coshocton Lumber Company
Originally Published by: LBM Journal — November 6, 2024
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(Hartville Hardware)
Hartville Hardware & Lumber has announced the acquisition of Coshocton Lumber Company, according to reporting from The Coshocton Beacon. The purchase aims to enhance Hartville Hardware’s position in the construction materials market and drive future growth in this category.
“We are excited to welcome Coshocton Lumber to the Hartville Hardware family,” said Scott Sommers, president of Hartville Hardware. “This purchase allows us to take our purpose of serving and providing for others and expand it into the Coshocton community. Coshocton Lumber’s long-standing reputation for excellence complements our values and vision for the future, and we are grateful to be stewards of this great company.”
Under the terms of the agreement, Coshocton Lumber will continue to operate under its current name, maintaining its existing staff to ensure a seamless transition for customers and suppliers. Hartville Hardware plans to invest in expanding Coshocton Lumber’s product offerings while continuing its tradition of personalized customer service.
“We’re excited to join forces with Hartville Hardware,” said Joel Jumper, owner of Coshocton Lumber. “This transition of ownership will open up new opportunities for growth, while continuing the legacy we’ve built over the years.”