SRS Distribution announces expansion in Iowa with the acquisition of Rising Star Wholesale

Rising Star Wholesale’s siding, window and door expertise will complement SRS Distribution's existing roofing-focused operation in the market.

SRS Distribution Inc. (SRS) announced today that it has acquired Rising Star Wholesale (Rising Star), a wholesale distributor of siding, windows, doors and other complementary products. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Des Moines, Idaho, Rising Star is owned and operated by Bob Myers. The company employs a team of 17 people. Corey Myers, Bob’s son, and Amber Twohig, a longtime employee of Rising Star, will lead the business going forward.

Dan Tinker, president and CEO of SRS, commented, “We are delighted to welcome Bob and the rest of the Rising Star team to the SRS family. The company’s siding, window and door expertise will be an outstanding complement to our existing roofing-focused operation in the market. We look forward to building upon Rising Star’s reputation for exceptional service and are truly excited by the prospect of what we can accomplish together.”

Bob Myers, owner of Rising Star, commented, “We are so pleased to have found a like-minded partner in SRS. It was clear from our very first conversation that they share our passion for treating employees like family and prioritizing the needs of our customers. I couldn’t imagine a better home for Rising Star and am thrilled by the growth opportunities my people will have with SRS’ added resources and capital.”

About SRS Distribution

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in McKinney, Texas, SRS Distribution has grown to become one of the largest and fastest growing building products distributors in the United States. Since the Company’s inception, it has established a differentiated growth strategy and entrepreneurial culture that is focused on serving customers, partnering with suppliers and attracting the industry’s best talent. SRS currently operates under a family of distinct local brands encompassing more than 780 locations across 48 states. SRS Distribution is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, Inc. For more information, visit www.srsdistribution.com.