Working the land — be it a garden or a multi-acre farm — is a longstanding tradition in Aroostook County that’s handed down from generation to generation.
The same can be said for a local company that specializes in equipment for farm projects of all sizes, with locations from Presque Isle to Vermont.
Theriault Equipment, headquartered at 120 Caribou Road in Presque Isle, sells John Deere, Honda and Stihl products and accessories designed to meet any need.
“We offer parts and service not only on what we sell but all name brands. We welcome any brand of parts and service outside the warranty on off brands as well,” said Jesse Theriault, manager.
Theriault knows first-hand how important tradition is and the values handed down from generation to generation.
“We have been making great strides to improve on our customer service as we move into the future. We understand that customers have many choices and we want their choice to be with Theriault Equipment, a family business since 1958,” said Theriault.
The business was founded by Theriault’s grandfather Lionel Theriault Sr., and was passed down to his father, Lionel Jr., who now serves as company president.
“My grandfather stated this business in 1958. We still follow his values — his respect for others. That’s how people in general should be treated. My father still leads with that tradition today,” said Theriault.
Theriault’s has two Maine locations and four stores in Vermont.
“We have our Presque Isle store, one in Houlton at 106 North St., and we recently acquired four stores in northern Vermont d/b/a Harvest Equipment — Newport, Swanton, Montpelier and Williston,” Theriault said.
The business employs 26-28 in Maine, with over 75 employees company-wide.
Presque Isle business hours are Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information call 764-4405. In Houlton, hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon; call 532-6518. You can also visit theriaultequip.com for the latest news and products.
Theriault said he and his family appreciate the support they get from customers — in many cases several generations of the same family. They welcome local support and credit their patrons for their success.
“We’re still just a family business trying to survive in a corporate world,” said Theriault.
