Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Building Supply Partner in Atascadero, CA
Founded in 1975, El Camino Building Supply has built a reputation on product expertise, exceptional service, and direct customer engagement. Our family-owned business, now led by Allen Litten and his sons Brian and Jon, has grown from a specialized distributor of Lath and Plaster products to a comprehensive supplier of Drywall, Masonry, Tools, and Hardware. We prioritize maintaining the largest inventory on California's Central Coast while offering competitive pricing and personalized support. Our team includes long-tenured employees with deep construction industry knowledge, ensuring informed guidance for every project.Committed to community impact, we actively support local schools, youth sports, and charitable initiatives. As an independent business, we differentiate ourselves through tailored service and local market expertise in an era dominated by national chains. Our fleet of delivery trucks ensures timely product availability from Santa Barbara to King City, reinforcing our promise: You Can Build on Our Experience.
Services
Drywall Products
Masonry Supplies
Steel Framing
Insulation
Acoustical Materials
Tool Rentals
Delivery Services
Contractor Referrals
Product Training
Inventory Management
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1975 with generational construction industry expertise
- Maintain largest inventory on California's Central Coast for immediate availability
- Experienced team with decades of combined product and application knowledge
- Support local communities through material donations and financial contributions
- Offer comprehensive delivery solutions from Santa Barbara to King City
Services
Drywall Products
We offer the Central Coast's most comprehensive selection of Drywall products including Regular, Type X, Mold Resistant, and Exterior Sheathing options. Our inventory includes specialty products like Quiet Rock and Cement Board to meet diverse construction needs. With immediate stock availability and delivery capabilities, we ensure projects stay on schedule while maintaining strict quality standards.
Masonry Supplies
Our Masonry product line features cement, plaster, stucco, and specialty additives for both residential and commercial applications. We stock Fog Coats, Venetian Plaster, and AR Fibers to support various finish requirements. Technical expertise ensures proper material selection for durability and code compliance in California's climate conditions.
Steel Framing
We supply structural steel framing systems including 25 and 20 gauge studs, track, and resilient channels. Our inventory covers standard and specialty profiles for commercial partitions, shaftwalls, and seismic applications. Product knowledge ensures proper specification for load-bearing requirements and fire-rated assemblies.
Delivery Services
Our dedicated fleet provides reliable delivery from Santa Barbara to King City with equipment for precise job site placement. Services include just-in-time delivery coordination and large-volume stocking solutions. Real-time tracking ensures transparency throughout the transportation process for time-sensitive construction schedules.
Acoustical Materials
We provide noise control solutions including acoustic sealants, sound-rated drywall, and damping compounds. Our product selection addresses commercial building codes and residential soundproofing requirements. Technical guidance ensures proper system specification for STC and IIC compliance in multi-family and institutional projects.
Questions
What construction materials do you specialize in?
We specialize in Lath, Plaster, Drywall, Masonry, and Steel Framing products with extensive inventory for both residential and commercial projects.
Do you deliver materials across California's Central Coast?
Yes, our delivery network covers from Santa Barbara to King City with timely, reliable transportation services for bulk orders.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, we've been family-owned since 1975 and currently operated by founder Allen Litten and his sons Brian and Jon.
How do you support local communities?
We support local schools, youth sports, and charitable organizations through material donations and financial contributions annually.
Can you help with specialty construction products?
Our inventory includes specialty items like Quiet Rock, Fire-rated assemblies, and seismic-rated components with technical support for proper application.
Do you offer contractor referral services?
Yes, we provide installer referrals for Drywall and Plaster contractors though we recommend evaluating contractors thoroughly before engagement.
