Organization Expands Reach with Strategic Acquisition

CULPEPER, VA (October 1, 2024) – Culpeper Wood Preservers, a leading manufacturer of pressure-treated lumber, has acquired Fortress Wood Products, a North Carolina-based premier wood supplier and pressure treater. This acquisition strengthens Culpeper’s presence in the Mid-Atlantic while expanding its capacity to deliver premium pressure-treated wood products to its customers.

“The acquisition of Fortress Wood Products is a key move in our growth strategy to best serve our customers,” said Jonathan Jenkins, president of Culpeper Wood Preservers. “Fortress embraces the same values as Culpeper, including a commitment to teamwork, customer service, innovation, trust, and professionalism. We are thrilled to strengthen our foothold in this region alongside Fortress’ existing, hard-working, dedicated staff.”

Fortress Wood Products was founded in 1986 as a division of The Lester Group. Initially located in Greensboro, North Carolina, the company expanded its operations to facilities in High Point, Henderson, and Elizabeth City.

“We have full confidence that the Fortress Wood business we have built over the last nearly 40 years is in very capable hands with the Culpeper team. Fortress customers will get the same level of top-tier service and high-quality pressure-treated wood that they have come to know and expect,” said Jay Dickens, president and CEO at The Lester Group.

Culpeper finalized its acquisition of Fortress Wood Products in September 2024.