LBS buys DG Heath

South Wales’ independent builders’ merchant LBS has continued its expansion with the acquisition of D G Heath, a timber merchant in Pontarddulais, Carmarthenshire.

D G Heath has been trading for 38 years as a family-run business and will continue with the name; two of the directors are remaining post-acquisition, along with 24 staff members.

The LBS Group now comprises ten brands and 51 branches: 19 LBS builders merchant branches; 16 Total Plumbing Centres; 9 LBS Kitchen & Bathroom Showrooms; dedicated Civils and Drainage business; Roofing Supplies Specialist Talbot Timber: a timber and roof truss supplier and manufacturer; LBS Home & Garden Centre; Renewables Centre; UK Build and DG Heath.

As of January 2024, The LBS Group employs over 470 local, expert staff and has a fleet of over 200 vehicles.

In a statement, joint LBS managing directors Rachel and Ben Davies said:  “We are delighted to announce our acquisition of D G Heath. This acquisition is of a strong, profitable, well-run business which strengthens the offer to both D G Heath customers and existing LBS customers. People are at the heart of what we do, and we know that the D G Heath team will continue to provide customers with the fantastic service that they’re known for. We are committed to continued investment in our region and keeping the pound in Wales, and this strengthens our position as being the number one independent merchant in South Wales for the long term.”

Dean Heath, DG Heath director added: “We are delighted to announce that D G Heath timber products will now become a part of the LBS Family. From the beginning we felt that LBS was the right fit for us, we feel this represents a significant step forward in our future goals enabling us to continue to deliver unparalleled quality and service. We are confident that this new partnership will enhance our capabilities and allow us a prosperous future for our customers, employees, and all those who will continue to be a part of the D G Heath Journey.”