XLCS Partners Facilitates Major Investment for The Total Garage Store

Investment Highlights

XLCS Partners, Inc. has successfully served as the exclusive advisor to The Total Garage Store (TGS) regarding its recent investment by U.S. Dock & Door (USDD), a company under Soundcore Capital Partners' portfolio. This strategic move aims to enhance and grow TGS's market footprint, particularly in Tennessee.

About The Total Garage Store

Established in 2008, The Total Garage Store has risen to become the largest independent garage door supplier in Tennessee, catering to a diverse clientele encompassing residential homes, commercial enterprises, and production builders. The company operates through strategically located facilities and represents six esteemed brands: Allied Overhead Door, Smith's Garage Door, Farmer Garage Door, Jackson Overhead Door, Arden Garage Door, and EXL Garage Doors.

TGS's offerings include comprehensive services such as installation, delivery, consulting, and continuous maintenance and repair, catering to homeowners, commercial clients, and significant retailers, including Lowe's and Home Depot. This unique service-oriented approach enables TGS to present tailored solutions to its broad spectrum of customers.

U.S. Dock & Door Overview

On the other hand, U.S. Dock & Door serves as a service-based platform incorporating multiple operating companies that focus on the maintenance, repair, and installation of commercial loading dock equipment and residential garage doors. With over fifty years of experience in service, USDD primarily operates in the Southeast and Northeast, servicing a variety of industries such as manufacturing, distribution, life sciences, and education. Their diverse expertise allows them to efficiently meet the changing needs of their customers, including residential homeowners and builders.

The Strategic Role of Soundcore Capital Partners

Soundcore Capital Partners, a private equity firm from New York, specializes in investments in lower middle market businesses including industrial services and specialty distribution. The acquisition of The Total Garage Store into USDD exemplifies Soundcore's commitment to fostering market leadership through strategic expansion efforts.

Bill Earnest, President of TGS, remarked, "Choosing XLCS to help sell our business was one of the best decisions we made. Their guidance throughout the process was exceptional. They provided clear advice, offered creative alternatives when needed, and respected our decisions every step of the way. We highly recommend XLCS to any home and commercial services business seeking a trusted partner to navigate a sale."

Conclusion

XLCS acted as the exclusive mergers and acquisitions advisor for The Total Garage Store, with the transaction led by Anthony Contaldo, Partner, Jay Cremer, Vice President, and David Silva, Senior Associate. This transaction, finalized on November 6, 2025, marks XLCS's third engagement in the door sector, further reinforcing their expertise and standing within the market.

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