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MANS Lumber & Home, Trenton, Mi., a leading supplier of quality lumber and building materials serving southeastern Michigan, has purchased Michigan Timber & Truss, a highly regarded manufacturer of custom roof trusses based in Flint, Mi.
This strategic acquisition marks a significant expansion of MANS capabilities and positions the company to better serve its growing customer base in the construction and building sectors.
Michigan Timber & Truss will continue to operate under its existing name following its merger into the MANS Lumber & Home family of companies, while expanding its reach through MANS’ existing market presence throughout the southeast Michigan region.
This acquisition reinforces MANS’ position as a market leader and signals its continued commitment to innovation and growth within the construction industry. The move follows the company’s previous acquisition of Dillman & Upton in 2021 and Kurtis Builder Supply in 2024.
Going forward, MANS Lumber & Home looks forward to further enhancing its partnerships with builders, architects and contractors by providing an expanded range of products and services.
“By integrating Michigan Timber & Truss’s expertise in roof truss design and production, we are enhancing our product offerings and increasing the efficiency of the building process for our clients,” said Pete Mans, VP of operations for MANS Lumber. & Home “This acquisition aligns with our mission to provide exceptional building materials, while supporting the evolving needs of both our builder and homeowner customers.”
Tom VanEvery, former owner of Michigan Timber and Truss, adds, “I’ve personally known the Mans family for over 40 yrs, and while it’s with mixed emotions for me to step down as owner, I’m confident both companies will complement one another very well, which will add significant value for our customers. Both companies are family-owned and share similar cultures which will help make for an easy transition for all of our associates.”
Michigan Timber & Truss has built a strong reputation for delivering precision-engineered trusses tailored to the specific needs of each homebuilding project. The company’s skilled workforce and state-of-the-art facilities will now complement MANS extensive distribution network, allowing for faster lead times and seamless integration of services, Mans said.
“With this acquisition, the MANS family of companies will now offer a comprehensive range of roof and floor trusses, as we continue to strive to offer the absolute best solutions, services and products for builders, contractors, developers and homeowners across the greater metropolitan Detroit area,” Mans added.
Headquartered in Trenton, Mi., and with offices and retail locations across southeast Michigan, MANS Lumber & Home is a trusted supplier of premium lumber, building materials and related products serving builders and homeowners. Established in 1900, the company serves the residential, commercial and industrial construction markets, offering a wide range of products and unparalleled customer service.
Flint, Mi.-based Michigan Timber & Truss specializes in designing and manufacturing high-quality roof and floor trusses for residential, commercial and industrial projects at their 18-acre, 80,000-sq. ft. manufacturing facility. Known for its precision engineering and customer-focused solutions, the company has been a trusted partner in the building industry since 1956.
