Kelly Lake Building Supplies

What Kelly Lake Building Supplies does

Kelly Lake Building Supplies is an independently owned building materials and hardware retailer founded in 1971 and headquartered at 22 Brady Street in Sudbury, Ontario. The company operates an 11,000+ square foot showroom and a fleet of 16 delivery trucks plus a mobile tool truck, serving the Greater Sudbury and Northern Ontario market through a traditional brick-and-mortar model with no e-commerce ordering. Its assortment spans lumber and wood products, drywall and specialty boards, roofing and siding, windows and doors, flooring, kitchen and bath, paint and sealants, plumbing, electrical, tools, fencing and decking, and work apparel, supported by in-house services including delivery, window and exterior door installation, kitchen and deck design, SICO colour matching, key cutting, window and screen repair, and material takeoff estimates for garage, shed, and house builds.

The business serves three primary customer segments: professional contractors who receive volume-priced credit accounts and on-site delivery; DIY homeowners undertaking renovations, kitchens, or garages who access project-based discounts and design assistance; and commercial builders supported by a dedicated commercial sales representative. Contractor and residential pricing is administered through on-site forms that progressively increase discounts with purchase volume, creating a tiered loyalty mechanism for repeat buyers. Marketing is conducted through a professional website, an active Facebook page, and a monthly e-flyer email newsletter, with no paid digital advertising or AI-driven commerce features in evidence.

The company has no venture funding, no parent entity, and no subsidiaries, and is led by a small traditional management team including a General Manager, Sales Manager, Shipping Manager, Purchasing Manager, Controller, and Receiving/Merchandising staff. Strategic positioning is anchored on local ownership, personal service, deep product knowledge, and a 50+ year community track record as an alternative to big-box competitors such as Home Depot and Rona.

Name

Kelly Lake Building Supplies

Legal name

Kelly Lake Building Supplies

Website

https://kellylakebuildingsupplies.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kelly Lake Building Supplies is an independently owned building materials and hardware retailer in Sudbury, Ontario, founded in 1971. It serves Greater Sudbury contractors, DIY homeowners, and commercial builders through an 11,000+ sq ft showroom, a 16-truck delivery fleet, and a mobile tool truck, with no e-commerce channel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials Retail

NAICS

Building Material and Supplies Dealers (4441), Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers (444), Home Centers (444110)

SIC

Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211), Retail-Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply (5200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRAIAEAI

Doors, Windows & Millwork Retail (Interior/Exterior Doors, Windows, Moulding)

Consumer Products & Retail/Home & Furniture Retail/Building Materials & Lumber Retail

SECONDARYCRAIADAH

Outdoor Power Equipment Parts & Service Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Home & Furniture Retail/Home Improvement & Hardware Retail

Keywords

• Building materials retail
• Hardware and lumber supplies
• Contractor building supplies
• Home improvement products
• Drywall and roofing supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Sudbury

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Building Materials Retail Sales: Traditional retail model selling building materials and hardware at marked-up prices through physical storefront. Revenue generated from one-time product sales to contractors and homeowners. No e-commerce ordering available - all purchases made in-store or by contacting staff directly.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Kelly Lake Building Supplies is an independently owned building materials and hardware retailer that sells lumber, drywall, roofing, siding, windows, doors, flooring, plumbing, paint, tools, and related building products through its Sudbury, Ontario storefront. The company supplements product sales with delivery via a 16-truck fleet, a mobile tool truck, window and door installation, kitchen and deck design assistance, and supplementary services such as key cutting, paint colour matching, and window and screen repair.

Product overview

Kelly Lake Building Supplies is an independently owned building materials retailer offering a comprehensive range of building supplies and hardware products. The product portfolio spans lumber and wood products (spruce, cedar, pressure-treated), drywall and building materials (CGC Sheetrock, specialty boards, joint compounds), flooring products (vinyl, laminate, grout, underlay), windows and doors (Ostaco, Koltech, Doorsmith), roofing and siding (Gentek, Owens Corning, LP), kitchen and bath products (Cabinetsmith cabinets), tools (hand tools, power tools, drywall tools), plumbing supplies, paint and sealants (SICO), and fencing/decking materials. The company operates as a traditional retail store rather than a unified software platform. Services complement the product offerings and include delivery, professional window and door installation, kitchen and deck design assistance, colour matching, key cutting, window/screen repair, and material takeoff estimates for construction projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lumber & Wood Products Spruce, cedar, and pressure-treated lumber in dimensions 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 2x12, 4x4, 6x6 across multiple lengths, plus marine grade plywood and treated fence boards, for contractors and DIY customers.
• Drywall & Building Materials Drywall products including CGC Sheetrock compounds, Columbia drywall products, joint tapes (FibaFuse, FibaTape), drywall trims and accessories, specialty boards (mold-resistant, flexible, sheathing), and DUROCK tile backerboard for commercial and residential construction.
• Ceiling Tiles Ceiling panels and tiles from Rockfon and Armstrong brands, designed for acoustic solutions in commercial and residential spaces.
• Flooring Products Vinyl and laminate flooring including Ninjaxtra, Stone Peaks XL, Volcano Luxury Vinyl, grout products (Fusion Pro, MAPEI Keracolour, Polyblend), underlay, subfloor panels (Barricade), and tile installation products (RedGard waterproofing membrane, SimpleFix, SimpleGrout, SimpleSet mortars and grouts).
• Windows & Doors Windows and exterior doors from Ostaco, Koltech, and Doorsmith brands, including basement window systems, for residential and commercial building projects.
• Roofing & Siding Vinyl siding, stone siding, and steel siding from brands including Fusion, Ideal Roofing, Gentek, Kaycan, and LP, plus Owen's Corning shingles.
• Kitchen & Bath Products Kitchen and bathroom cabinets from Cabinetsmith and Urban Effects, plus bathroom faucets (Moen) and related fixtures for kitchen and bath renovations.
• Tools Hand tools (hammers, trowels, chisels, pliers), power tools (cordless saws, routers, compressors), drywall tools, measuring and leveling tools, air tools, nail guns, and accessories/blades/bits from brands including Marshalltown, Makita, and Task.
• Paint, Sealants & Concrete Interior and exterior paints from SICO, paint accessories and tools, concrete products, sealants, stains, and related application products.
• Plumbing Supplies ABS and PVC pipes and fittings in various sizes, submersible pumps, toilets, bathroom faucets (Moen), and water tanks for plumbing installations.
• Fencing, Decks & Railings Deck boards, fencing materials, and railings from Regal Ideas, Invisirail, Vista, and other brands for outdoor construction projects.
• Hardware Products General hardware supplies including fasteners, hinges, door hardware, wall plates, and miscellaneous hardware items from brands like Onward.
• Electrical Supplies Wires, light switches (single, 3-way, 4-way), duplex receptacles, wall plates, extension cords (including cold-weather rated options), portable work lights, and related wiring accessories.
• Work Apparel & Safety Gear Work boots (Baffin brand), belts, harnesses, dollies, rope, tarps, and other safety gear and apparel for tradespeople.
• Ladders, Scaffolding & Sawhorses Ladders, scaffolding equipment, Bora workbenches, and sawhorses including Speed Horse products.
• Cleaning Supplies Commercial grade cleaning supplies including push brooms, glass cleaners, and general cleaning products.
• Delivery Service Delivery of lumber, drywall, shingles, windows, and other store products available Monday to Saturday, with delivery charges based on distance, via the company's 16-truck fleet.
• Kitchen & Deck Design Services Professional design assistance for kitchens and bathrooms, plus deck layout and design using TimberTech, MiTek, and Trex deck designer programs.
• Window & Exterior Door Installation Professional installation of windows and exterior doors purchased from the Sudbury storefront, serving residential and small commercial customers.
• Window & Screen Repair Thermal window repair and screen repair services, with replacement parts and window screening materials available at the store.
• Colour Matching Service Paint colour matching service using SICO paint products for interior and exterior applications.
• Key Cutting Service Key cutting service with a large selection of key blanks in stock.
• Material Takeoff Estimates Material list creation and takeoff estimates for garage, shed, and house build projects.
• Gift Cards Gift cards available in any denomination for do-it-yourselfers or as gifts.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Kinsmen HouseminorOthersCommunity partnership - local charity receiving support from Kelly Lake Building Supplies as part of company's commitment to giving back to Greater Sudbury community.
• Pond Hockey TournamentminorOthersCommunity sponsorship - local sporting event receiving support from Kelly Lake Building Supplies as part of company's commitment to local events and charities.
• Local Sporting EventsminorOthersCommunity support for various local sporting events in Greater Sudbury as part of company's giving back initiative.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Home Hardware Stores Limited: Canadian dealer-owned hardware and building materials cooperative with comparable product breadth (lumber, hardware, paint, tools) and a similar independent store positioning. Closest direct comparable in business model — locally owned storefronts backed by a shared supply and brand network.
• Patrick Morin: Family-owned Quebec and Ontario lumber and building supplies retailer with comparable assortment, contractor credit programs, and community-driven positioning. Direct parallel to Kelly Lake's independent regional model.
• BMR Group: Quebec-based independent building materials and hardware dealer network with a cooperative/dealer-owned model. Comparable assortment (lumber, hardware, tools, renovation supplies) and similar contractor-focused value proposition.
• Timber Mart: Canadian dealer-owned lumber and building materials cooperative serving independent retailers across the country. Very similar business model and product mix to Kelly Lake, with comparable emphasis on contractor relationships and local service.

Regional players

• Peavey Mart: Rural and small-town Canadian hardware and farm retailer with a comparable mix of building materials, tools, and work apparel. Operates in adjacent geographies rather than directly in Sudbury, but pursues a similar independent-store value proposition.

Broad incumbents

• Lowe's Canada: Canadian operations of Lowe's and parent of RONA; competes with Kelly Lake across home improvement categories through corporate-owned big-box stores and an expanding digital channel.
• RONA inc. Major Canadian home improvement chain (owned by Lowe's) operating broad building materials retail across Canada, including in/near Sudbury. Competes with Kelly Lake on assortment and price but at vastly larger scale and with a corporate ownership model.
• The Home Depot Canada: Canadian arm of the world's largest home improvement retailer; operates big-box stores with deep assortment, contractor programs, and growing online ordering. Direct competitive pressure on Kelly Lake in the Sudbury market.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/KellyLakeBuildingSupplies
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kelly-lake-building-supplies

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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