NEWS RELEASE

March 9, 2005

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:  Andy L. Nemeth


                            PATRICK INDUSTRIES, INC.
                          SECURES FIXED RATE FINANCING


                           Elkhart, Indiana - - - - - - - Paul E. Hassler,
President and Chief Executive Officer of Patrick Industries, Inc. (PATK),
announced today that the Company has expanded its credit facility with JPMorgan
Chase Bank, N.A. and National City Bank by securing an additional $15.0 million
in fixed term-debt financing to support its strategic capital equipment and
expansion needs. In conjunction with this financing package, the Company reduced
its revolving line of credit from $15.0 million to $10.0 million and structured
the agreement with interest only payments in 2005 and principal payments to
begin in the first quarter of 2006. The interest on the debt is fixed at 4.78%,
plus the Company's applicable credit spread as defined in the agreement. The
financing platform provides for a five-year maturity with a ten-year
amortization schedule and is subject to certain covenants in conjunction with
the overall credit facility.

         Mr. Hassler said, "This financing package supports our capital
expenditure initiatives and allows us more flexibility with regards to our
working capital needs. As we proceed with our strategic focus and plan for
future growth through increased sales and market share, and potential
acquisitions, we are pleased to have the support of our financial institutions."

         Patrick Industries, Inc. is a major manufacturer of component products
and a distributor of building products serving the Manufactured Housing,
Recreational Vehicle, Furniture, Marine, and Industrial markets, and operates
coast to coast in thirteen states.

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