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Corbin. “We’re glad to be a part of it*
K & M took ownership of the family-run business on June 1 and signed a 24-month lease on the building, which has become a Culpeper landmark. They hope to keep the business as close to the original as possible, welcoming old customers and bringing in some new.
Chainsaws, push and riding mowers, generators, pressure washers, weed-eaters, hedge-trimmers, and grills are still scattered about the sales floor of the red tin building. On the outside, under K & M’s orange and blue letters, an array of tractors and lawn mowers are ready for the farmers who have frequented Swan’s for years.
“We can compete with anybody around here as far as price and service,” said Corbin. He said that unlike K & M, the big chain stores do not sell parts or service the equipment they sell.
“We have expanded our parts department tremendously. When you come in, we hope to have at least four peoEle
an that desk at all times to elpyou,” said Corbin. ^ vThe service department ' also- , experienced some upgrades. K & M hired a new service manager and separated the parts- and service departments, making customer service more efficient.
“If anybody wants something worked on, they get it in here and well get it fixed promptly,” said Corbin. He l plans to also expand the pickup and delivery service, makVing, repairs more convenient for homeowners and landscapers, and contractors.
K & M plans to stay in the Swan’s building until the lease is up, then move to a larger space. Both men say they are grateful for the opportunity to build upon what the Swan family started.
“They’ve got quite a legacy,
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