Capps Home Building Center (HBC) recently announced its acquisition of English’s—The Complete Home Center in Altavista, Virginia.
“We are deeply honored to build upon the respected legacy that English’s has cultivated since its founding in 1909,” say Capps Home Building Center company officials. “Capps Home Building Center proudly provides exceptional customer service and quality building products to customers across the Smith Mountain Lake, Roanoke and New River Valley areas. We are excited to bring that same expansive knowledge and dedication to the communities of Altavista and Central Virginia in January 2026.”
The new location will feature an updated showroom for professional building contractors and custom home builders.
“The dedication of our team has been the cornerstone of Capps for 47 years, allowing us to build a brand associated with superior customer service and ethical standards in everything we do,” says Bruce Shelton, CEO of Capps HBC. “This Altavista location is a direct result of their commitment, and we are excited and proud to grow our family into this new community.”
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