Your Building Centers
RetailPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
Your Building Centers is a Pennsylvania-based retailer of lumber and building materials, operating 20 locations to serve professional contractors and do-it-yourselfers. Based in Altoona, the company emphasizes knowledgeable staff, top-quality products, and recognizable brands to support customers’ material needs. Its scale and purchasing power enable competitive pricing while offering a broad selection of goods. With roots dating to the early 1900s, YBC is described as the largest employee-owned lumber and building materials supplier in Pennsylvania, with long-standing ties to the communities it serves. The company targets professional contractors and do-it-yourselfers, providing access to a wide range of materials and guidance for building projects. In 2021, YBC expanded through acquisitions, adding Palmerton Lumber and Allensville Planing Mill operations, and in 2023 appointed Ted Garrett as vice president of manufacturing and installed sales.