What RIS Insulation does

RIS Insulation is a division of Foundation Building Materials (FBM), a privately-held North American construction materials distributor headquartered at 2520 Red Hill Avenue, Santa Ana, California. FBM, established in 2011, operates a national network of more than 370 branch locations across the United States and Canada, supported by a delivery fleet of over 2,500 vehicles, and is described by the company as a leading North American distributor of drywall, steel framing, acoustic ceilings, and construction supplies. RIS Insulation operates within this distribution footprint as the division responsible for insulation products, distributing natural sheep's wool insulation in R-14 and R-22 batt and loose-fill formats, alongside conventional insulation offerings accessible to builders, architects, and homeowners.

The company's business model is wholesale distribution of building materials through FBM's branch network, supplemented by the MyFBM digital ordering platform with native iOS and Android mobile applications that provide 24/7 self-service account management, pricing, inventory visibility, and order tracking. Commercial credit accounts, team-level permissions, and job-costing features are offered to support trade procurement workflows. Revenue is generated on a one-time transaction basis through product sales across trade and retail channels, with pricing not publicly disclosed. In April 2026, RIS Insulation entered a strategic distribution partnership with Havelock Wool to expand national availability of natural wool insulation products through FBM's distribution network.

Customer segments span two primary professional personas—builders and architects—with homeowners as a secondary segment. Distribution is domestic (United States and Canada), with direct branch access, the MyFBM e-commerce storefront, and direct delivery to job sites. The company is a corporate division rather than an independent entity; there is no separate venture capital, private equity, or public ownership structure disclosed, and standalone revenue is not publicly reported.

Name

RIS Insulation

Legal name

Foundation Building Materials

Website

https://myfbm.com/ris

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

RIS Insulation is a division of Foundation Building Materials that distributes insulation products, including natural sheep's wool batts and loose-fill, through a network of 370+ branches and a fleet of 2,500+ vehicles across North America. It serves builders, architects, and homeowners via the MyFBM digital platform and direct branch sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials Distribution

NAICS

Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Material Merchant Wholesalers (42333)

SIC

Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030), Wholesale-Lumber, Plywood, Millwork & Wood Panels (5031)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Materials & Lumber Distribution (CRAOAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mineral Wool (Rock/Slag Wool) Insulation (IMADAGAB), Insulation Retail (Fiberglass, Foam Board, Spray Foam Kits) (CRAIAEAE)

Keywords

• Insulation distribution
• Building materials supply
• Natural wool insulation
• Construction products distribution
• Contractor building supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Ana Heights

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations

Revenue model

1. Building Materials Distribution: RIS Insulation generates revenue through the distribution and sale of insulation products, including natural sheep's wool insulation (R-14 and R-22 batts and loose-fill), as part of Foundation Building Materials' broader construction materials portfolio.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

RIS Insulation distributes insulation and related building materials as a division of Foundation Building Materials (FBM). The company supplies natural sheep's wool insulation products — including R-14 and R-22 batts and loose-fill — alongside FBM's broader construction materials portfolio (drywall, steel framing, acoustic ceilings, tools, and safety equipment) to builders, architects, and homeowners through a national branch network and direct-to-jobsite delivery.

Product overview

RIS Insulation is a division of Foundation Building Materials (FBM) that distributes building insulation products through a network of over 370 locations across the United States. The company recently expanded its portfolio through a strategic partnership with Havelock Wool to offer natural sheep's wool insulation products including R-14 batts, R-22 batts, and loose-fill insulation. These products complement RIS Insulation's existing offerings and are distributed through FBM's established commercial and residential trade channels alongside construction materials, tools, and safety equipment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• R-14 Batt Insulation High-performance natural sheep's wool batt insulation with R-14 thermal resistance rating, distributed nationally through RIS Insulation and FBM's network of 370+ branch locations for residential and commercial construction projects.
• R-22 Batt Insulation High-performance natural sheep's wool batt insulation with R-22 thermal resistance rating, distributed nationally through RIS Insulation and FBM's network of 370+ branch locations for higher-R-value wall and roof applications.
• Loose-Fill Wool Insulation Natural sheep's wool loose-fill insulation product distributed through RIS Insulation's network for blown-in applications in residential and commercial construction.
• FBM Construction Materials Portfolio Broader line of construction materials distributed via the RIS Insulation/FBM network including drywall, steel framing, acoustic ceilings, tools, safety equipment, and related supplies for commercial and residential trades.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Havelock WoolcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 April 2026Strategic distribution partnership to expand national availability of natural sheep's wool insulation products (R-14 and R-22 batts and loose-fill) across the United States. The partnership leverages RIS and FBM's distribution network of over 370 locations to provide builders, architects, and homeowners with streamlined access to Havelock Wool's products. The move positions Havelock Wool to solidify its position as the leading wool insulation provider in North America while complementing its existing direct-to-consumer and retail channels.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• SRS Distribution: SRS Distribution is one of the largest North American specialty distributors of roofing, building products, and insulation, serving contractors through a national branch network. It is the most direct competitor to RIS Insulation within FBM's footprint, offering overlapping insulation SKUs and similar builder/contractor customers.
• Lansing Building Products: Lansing Building Products distributes exterior and interior building products including insulation, siding, and roofing accessories through a national branch network. Its insulation offering and pro-contractor customer base closely mirror RIS Insulation's value proposition.
• Stock Building Supply: Stock Building Supply is a national distributor of lumber, building materials, and insulation serving pro builders and remodelers. Its insulation product mix and branch-based distribution model directly parallel RIS Insulation's go-to-market approach.

Broad incumbents

• ABC Supply Co. ABC Supply is the largest wholesale distributor of roofing and related building products in North America, with hundreds of branches. While primarily roofing-focused, it carries insulation and serves the same professional contractor base that RIS Insulation targets.
• White Cap (formerly HD Supply Construction): White Cap is a national distributor of construction supplies and materials for concrete, drywall, insulation, and MEP trades. It is a broad incumbent serving professional contractors with overlapping insulation products across a comparable branch footprint.
• US LBM: US LBM is a leading distributor of building materials including lumber, millwork, insulation, and engineered components, serving production homebuilders and remodelers across the US. Its national branch network and pro-builder focus make it a comparable distribution platform.
• Ferguson Enterprises: Ferguson is a large North American distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and specialty building products serving trade professionals. While insulation is not its primary focus, it is a comparable specialty-distribution model with a national branch network and digital ordering infrastructure.
• BMC Stock Holdings: BMC Stock Holdings (now part of Builders FirstSource) is a national distributor of building products including structural components, insulation, and millwork for homebuilders and contractors. Its pro-builder customer base and combined distribution model are comparable to RIS Insulation within FBM.

Emerging players

• Havelock Wool: Havelock Wool is a manufacturer of natural sheep's wool insulation and is RIS Insulation's strategic distribution partner. It is included as a peer because it is the supplier whose products RIS Insulation distributes, making it directly comparable in the natural-insulation category.

Regional players

• Guardian Building Products: Guardian Building Products distributes insulation, roofing, and weatherization products across the US with a regional branch model. It is comparable to RIS Insulation as a specialty insulation distributor serving builders and contractors, though with a smaller footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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