By Wendy Lamond
Despite the many inches of rain that came down the previous day, there was nothing but smiles from Craig and Deanna Jacobs as family, friends and local dignitaries gathered on James Street South at a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Jacobs Liquidation & Auction Ltd. building expected to be complete in 2025.
The Jacobs opened the liquidation business in 2018 on Wellington Street in St. Marys, drawing shoppers from all over offering a wide range of products from clothing, food, bedding and furniture.
Knowing the possibility their popular business would outgrow their current location, the Jacobs decided to purchase three acres of property on the outskirts of town in 2020 for when the next stage would be necessary.
The size of their current building is just over 8,000 square feet. The new building will be 17,000 square feet with space for future opportunities.
Craig Jacobs said the extra space will allow for better inventory display and will allow them to provide greater deals to the community. The new space will also allow them to accept some product deals they are offered but cannot accept due to lack of room.
One of the biggest benefits of the new location is the opportunity for ample parking. They will be able to offer 150-200 parking spaces that is just not feasible where they are now.
Construction of the new building, which is being handled by MTH Contracting, was expected to start next week but due to all the rain, it may be pushed back a week, however contractor Paul Bender plans on having the foundation poured in September to still have it ready by early 2025.
The new location is in Perth South, close to St. Marys and close to the highway, making it very accessible to those coming in from out of town.
“We look forward to the positive impact and opportunities this expansion will bring to our community,” Perth South Mayor Jim Aitcheson said.
Craig and Deanna Jacobs were joined at the ceremony by their children, Carson, Dylan and Grace, who shared in the joy of this next step for the family-owned business.
“We are incredibly grateful for our journey and the support we’ve received from the community. We look forward to continuing to serve the community and grow together,” Craig Jacobs said.
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