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Welsh independent family-run builders merchant Robert Price Builders’ Merchant, has bought Willis Westcott Monmouth Ltd, one of three branches of roofing supplies specialist Willis Westcott. The acquisition does not affect Willis Westcott Worcester Ltd and Willis Westcott Stroud Ltd which will continue with the current owners, trading as usual.
Willis Westcott Monmouth will be rebranded, becoming a new Robert Price Roofing branch in due course, with the staff, customers and branch operations integrated into The Robert Price Group. The branch will continue to operate as a specialist roofing supplier, with the same excellent, experienced staff, and extensive stock range. The branch location is adjacent to the existing Robert Price Builders’ Merchant – Monmouth branch and any account customer at Robert Price will be able to use both branches automatically.
Robert Price has 32 branches across South Wales and Herefordshire, including 21 traditional builders’ merchants, 5 roofing specialist branches, 2 timber yards with milling facilities, an insulation division, an agricultural division and specialist kitchen and bathroom and landscaping branches. The Robert Price Group includes Robert Price branded branches, as well as Tudors and Gower Timber branded locations.
William Godfrey, managing director of Robert Price says: “Willis Westcott have traded alongside us in Monmouth for years and have always been a reliable, trusted and highly regarded local roofing specialist. With such strong business values that closely mirror our own, I’m sure the acquisition will be a smooth transition for everyone involved. We look forward to building on the Willis Westcott strengths, and we are excited to launch a new Robert Price Roofing branch in Monmouth.”
