About US

MEET THE OWNERS

Adam Bock

CORPORATE TEAM

THE HISTORY OF AKIN

Akin Building Center has proudly served Southwest Iowa since 1927. Our story began when Frank O. Akin purchased the W.J. Dixon Lumber Company in Corning, Iowa. From that first location, we continued to grow by acquiring other lumber companies throughout the region, including the Atlantic Lumber Company.

In 1984, the Atlantic Lumber Company was destroyed by fire. That same year, we expanded into Clarinda. Following the fire, we purchased the Fullerton Lumber Company and added an additional 60×100 building to continue serving the community. Our growth continued in 2002 when we purchased Crestland Do It Best Home Center in Creston, Iowa. In 2008, our Atlantic location expanded again with a 90×100 addition to the main building, allowing for continued growth and the creation of our current Design Center.

Throughout nearly a century in business, we have remained committed to the same principle that started it all, providing the best hometown customer service possible. Today, with four locations in Corning, Clarinda, Atlantic, and Creston, we continue to focus on supporting our communities, especially local youth programs and organizations.

Another priority for us has always been providing quality building materials. We take pride in offering products that are built to last, ensuring our customers receive dependable materials for their homes, farms, and businesses.

From our early beginnings in 1927 to today, Akin Building and Design Centers has remained dedicated to helping our communities build, grow, and thrive.