Another way that Van Metre distinguishes itself from other privately-owned developers and builders is the way it can harness its financial strength and buying power. Mill Branch Industries is a Van Metre-owned building supply company. More and more of the components that go into a subdivision, house or office building are being manufactured by Van Metre, or are being bought directly from the manufacturer. Whether it's pipe for a sewer line, windows for a house or roof trusses for an apartment building, Van Metre is supplying it "faster, better, cheaper." By being its own supplier, the Company can count on "on time, on budget" performance, at costs lower than the competition. It's another way that Van Metre builds value.