What Green Mountain Electric Supply does

Green Mountain Electric Supply (GMES) is a privately held wholesale electrical supplies distributor headquartered at 356 Rathe Road, Colchester, Vermont. The company sells electrical products organized into eight core categories — cable/conduit/fittings, connectors/fasteners/boxes/strut, devices, distribution equipment, heating/cooling/ventilation, lamps, lighting, and tools/termination/safety — through an e-commerce storefront at gmes.com, a B2B portal for registered business accounts, a Quick Order Pad for bulk ordering, and 40-plus physical branch locations plus warehouse-only sites across Vermont, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. The company is an authorized distributor for major brands including Milwaukee Tool, Haier, Eaton, Lutron, Klein Tools, RAB Lighting, Legrand, Generac, HellermannTyton, Kidde, Ideal, and Allied.

GMES serves three primary customer segments: electrical contractors (primary) and builders (primary), who account for the bulk of B2B volume through project-driven purchases, and DIY enthusiasts (secondary), who transact through the consumer-facing e-commerce channel. The company also offers value-added solution services beyond product distribution: Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Gear Design, EV Chargers, Tool Rental, Lighting Energy Reduction & Design, Residential Lighting, and Heating & Cooling services. Pricing is unit-based with per-item pricing displayed on the website (e.g., Milwaukee drill driver kits at $329.00/ea, Haier HVAC outdoor units at $1,988.73/ea); volume or tiered pricing is not publicly disclosed, but B2B account registration is available for contractors with features such as multiple shipping addresses, faster checkout, and order tracking.

The business operates on a traditional wholesale distribution model — purchasing from manufacturers and reselling to contractors and end users — with revenue generated primarily through one-time product sales across its physical branches and online channels. No proprietary technology, AI/ML capabilities, patents, certifications, or funding history are disclosed; the underlying technology stack is described as a standard e-commerce platform. Ownership is private with no disclosed parent company, investor, or leadership-team information, and the company shows no signs of public-market positioning or active M&A activity.

Name

Green Mountain Electric Supply

Legal name

Green Mountain Electric Supply

Website

https://gmes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Green Mountain Electric Supply is a private wholesale electrical supplies distributor serving electrical contractors, builders, and DIY customers across the Northeast US through 40-plus branch locations and an e-commerce storefront at gmes.com.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wholesale Electrical Supplies Distribution

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical Supplies Retail (Wiring, Switches, Breakers, Conduit) (CRAIADAE)

Keywords

• Electrical supplies distribution
• Wholesale electrical products
• Lighting and HVAC supplies
• Contractor supply services
• Electrical tools and equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Colchester

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices38 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Electrical Supplies Sales: Revenue generated from the sale of electrical supplies, tools, lighting, heating and cooling equipment, and related products to contractors, builders, and DIY customers. Products include cables, conduits, connectors, devices, distribution equipment, lamps, and HVAC components.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Green Mountain Electric Supply (GMES) is a wholesale electrical supplies distributor selling electrical products including cable, conduit, fittings, connectors, devices, distribution equipment, lighting, lamps, HVAC equipment, and tools. The company serves electrical contractors, builders, and DIY enthusiasts across the Northeast US through a combination of e-commerce, a dedicated B2B portal, and 40+ physical branch locations.

Product overview

Green Mountain Electric Supply (GMES) is a wholesale electrical supplies distributor serving contractors, builders, and DIY enthusiasts in the Northeast. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of electrical products organized into eight core product categories: Cable/Conduit/Fittings, Connectors/Fasteners/Boxes/Strut, Devices, Distribution Equipment, Heating/Cooling/Ventilation, Lamps, Lighting, and Tools/Termination/Safety. Beyond product sales, GMES provides value-added solutions including Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Gear Design services, EV Charger installations, Tool Rental, Lighting Energy Reduction & Design, Residential Lighting, and Heating & Cooling services. The company features products from major brands including Milwaukee Tools, Haier, RAB, Klein Tools, Kidde, Legrand, Ideal, HellermannTyton, Generac, Allied, Eaton, and Lutron. GMES operates multiple retail locations throughout the Northeast region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cable, Conduit & Fittings Comprehensive range of electrical cable, conduit, and fittings products including aluminum rigid 90 sweeps, PVC non-metallic conduit, and wire management solutions for electrical installation projects.
• Connectors, Fasteners, Boxes & Strut Electrical connectors, fasteners, boxes, and strut products for various installation needs including cable trays, electrical boxes, enclosures, and raceways.
• Devices Electrical devices including wall plates, wiring devices, electronic and mechanical timers for residential and commercial applications.
• Distribution Equipment Power distribution equipment including circuit breakers, safety switches, transformers, generators, transfer switches, and industrial control products.
• Heating, Cooling & Ventilation HVAC products including duct wall caps, thermostats, ventilation fans, mini-split accessories, and heat cables for residential and commercial applications.
• Lamps Light bulbs and lamps including halogen, LED, and specialty lighting products from various manufacturers.
• Lighting Comprehensive lighting solutions for residential and commercial applications including fixtures, controls, and energy-efficient options.
• Tools, Termination & Safety Professional tools, termination equipment, and safety products for electrical work including Milwaukee power tools and hand tools.
• Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Vendor Managed Inventory solution to help contractors and businesses optimize their electrical supply stock and ordering processes.
• Gear Design Custom gear design services for specialized electrical equipment requirements.
• EV Chargers Electric vehicle charging equipment and solutions for residential and commercial installations.
• Tool Rental Tool rental program providing access to professional-grade electrical tools without purchase.
• Lighting Energy Reduction & Design Consulting services for energy-efficient lighting design and reduction solutions.
• Heating & Cooling Solutions HVAC solutions and services for residential and commercial heating and cooling needs.
• Residential Lighting Specialized residential lighting products and design services.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Milwaukee ToolcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor brand. GMES distributes Milwaukee Tool products including drills, driver kits, backpacks, hole saw kits, and other power tools. Milwaukee is prominently featured as a featured vendor with dedicated product showcases.
• HaiercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor for HVAC/heating and cooling products. GMES distributes Haier products including Arctic outdoor units (12K, 18K, 24K, 30-36K BTU models) and mini-split accessories.
• RAB LightingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLighting brand distributed by GMES. Featured vendor brand listed on homepage.
• Klein ToolsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHand tools brand distributed by GMES. Featured vendor brand.
• KiddeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFire safety and security products brand. Featured vendor on homepage.
• LegrandminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectrical and network infrastructure products. Featured vendor with dedicated brand page.
• IdealminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectrical tools and supplies brand. Featured vendor.
• HellermannTytonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCable management and connectivity solutions. Featured vendor brand.
• GeneracminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGenerators and power equipment. Featured vendor brand.
• AlliedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectrical supplies brand. Featured vendor on homepage.
• EatonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElectrical, hydraulic, and aerospace products. Featured vendor brand.
• LutronminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLighting control and smart home solutions. Featured vendor with dedicated brand page.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Graybar: Graybar is one of the largest U.S. electrical, communications, and data networking products distributors serving contractors, industrial, and commercial customers. Directly comparable to GMES in core product categories (wiring, distribution equipment, lighting) and customer base, though Graybar operates at significantly larger national scale.
• Rexel USA: Rexel USA is a major electrical products distributor serving contractors, industrial, and commercial customers across the U.S. through a branch network. Closely comparable to GMES in product mix (cable, lighting, distribution equipment) and contractor customer base.
• WESCO International: WESCO is a Fortune 500 electrical, communications, and utility distribution company operating a large U.S. branch network serving electrical contractors and industrial customers. Comparable product categories (cable, distribution equipment, lighting) and contractor focus, but at substantially larger scale.
• Consolidated Electrical Distributors (CED): CED is a nationwide electrical and lighting distributor serving electrical contractors through a network of branches. Directly comparable in business model, product categories, and target customers, with overlapping territory in the Northeast U.S.
• Sonepar USA: Sonepar USA operates one of the largest electrical distribution networks in North America, serving contractors, industrial, and commercial customers through regional brands. Highly comparable to GMES in core electrical supply distribution, with national scale and brand portfolio overlap.
• Border States Electric: Border States Electric is a regional electrical products distributor with a strong branch network serving contractors across the upper Midwest and Mountain states. Comparable in business model, scale, and customer base, though operating in a different geographic region.
• McNaughton-McKay Electric: McNaughton-McKay Electric is a regional electrical distributor serving contractors and industrial customers across the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest. Comparable in product mix (wire, conduit, distribution equipment) and contractor-centric go-to-market, with regional scale similar to GMES.
• Winsupply: Winsupply is a U.S. wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical supplies serving contractors through a network of local companies. Directly comparable in product categories (electrical supplies, HVAC, lighting) and contractor customer focus.
• Hughes Supply: Hughes Supply is a regional electrical and plumbing distributor serving contractors in the Southeast U.S. with a branch-based model. Comparable in contractor focus and product range, though operating in a different geographic region.

Broad incumbents

• The Home Depot Pro: Home Depot is a national home improvement retailer with a Pro contractor-focused offering covering electrical, plumbing, lighting, and HVAC products. Overlaps with GMES on core electrical SKUs and DIY/contractor customers, but as a much larger broad-line retailer rather than a specialized electrical distributor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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