Locally Owned, Family Operated

For the past two decades, Wink, Inc. has been a thriving and dedicated business in Boundary County. Owned by Alan and Cathi Winkelseth, the gravel business has played an important role in everything from excavation, hauling, road building, land development and utility work in and around the community. But it wasn’t always the diversified company it is today.

Family owned and operated, Wink, Inc. has evolved over the years. Initially a custom home building business, it progressed into a company that provides civil construction, gravel and road construction, and more. “We do whatever we have to in order to survive the North Idaho economy,” said Cathi of the recession that hit nearly a decade ago, and the company’s ability to adapt to the needs of its clients.

What makes Wink, Inc. truly unique is that they own their own gravel pit, giving them the ability to supply their own jobs with their own material, usually resulting in a lower cost passed onto the customer, and finding material to meet most customers’ budgets.

Their knowledge and experience creating custom gravel and sand for specific projects has been a big benefit to all of their customers. If you are doing a project yourself, Wink, Inc. will deliver the materials right to you. They also carry decorative boulders whether it is for landscaping, retaining walls or flood control.

Alan and Cathi’s son, Wade, who lives with his wife Nicole and three kids in Bonners Ferry, serves as the manager of Wink Inc. “We also have a son Jordan who lives in Post Falls with his wife Lindsey. He works as a civil engineer and is a part of our business when it comes to bidding government jobs and needing extra help,” said Cathi.

With a daughter Ashley who also lives in Bonners Ferry with her husband Michael and their daughter, the Winkelseths place family above all else, which in part is a testament to their success. “Our family is everything to us,” shared Cathi. “And when it comes to making decisions, whether it be business or personal, they all play an important role.”

Alan and Cathi attribute much of their success to their son Wade. “His youth and motivation helps push us to continue to grow,” said Cathi, who adds that their employees, Aaron Metzger and Dayne Swisher, also play a large role in the success that Wink, Inc. experiences. “They are exceptional at everything they do. Both have a great work ethic and our company would not be what it is without them,” she said.

Alan is a native of Bonners Ferry, and Cathi has lived here for the last 46 years. It is a town they love, and the perfect place to raise their family. And because community is so important to them, they make it a point to give back to the community that has supported them. They volunteer not only their equipment but also their manpower to help with local parks and recreation playground improvement. Wade also volunteers his time coaching youth sports.

When considering your next project, don’t hesitate to give Wink, Inc. a call! They will give you a free quote and help you on your way.

Wink, Inc.

www.excavationbonnersferry.com

208.267.5804

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