About Us
Welcome to Capital
The Beginning
Founded on February 3, 1948, Capital is a privately held Arizona Corporation, with eight regional distribution facilities geographically focused in the West.
In Our Words
We have locations across the Western United States providing essential products and services to lumber yards, home improvement centers, building materials dealers, and industrial customers. Our individual branches have the autonomy to customize programs to meet their customers' unique needs, from flexible delivery to a variety of purchasing options. We aim to create and sustain meaningful relationships that go beyond a one-time sale, which is why we understand that our talent is the heart of the company. We want the people closest to the customer to be empowered to make decisions and take action. Our culture of empowerment with responsibility ensures that our employees have the opportunity for a fulfilling career.
Our Values
- Collaboration
- Accountability
- Continuous Improvement
- Having Fun!
Who we are
Specialize in Building Materials
Although we got our start in redwood, our expanded product offerings include a vast selection of natural as well as engineered woods and more.
Safety is Key
We are serious about safety.
Leading Customer Service
Our customers are people first – business accounts second. Our employees never forget that.
Leading Distributor
We are proud to maintain our position as the industry leader within the areas in which we operate.
How We’re Different
How We’re Different
Our service offerings include sales, market development, inventory management, and distribution services within the building materials industry.
- Customization: We customize for any order.
- Pull-Through: We offer pull-through service.
- Responsiveness: We are unrivaled in our responsiveness.
Our ultimate goal
We strive to be responsive to the unique needs of manufacturers and dealers, deliver customized solutions, and assist in market demand.