What Mueller Roofing Distributors, Inc. does

Mueller Roofing Distributors, Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned building materials distributor founded in 1875 and headquartered at 327 E. Wyoming Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio. The company operates 11 branch locations across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, serving building and remodeling contractors with a comprehensive exterior building envelope portfolio that spans steep-slope and low-slope roofing, flat roof insulation, specialty roofing (slate, clay, composite, cedar, metal), siding, windows and doors, skylights, gutters, ventilation, attic and wall insulation, tools and equipment, and accessories. Products are sourced from more than 100 vendor partners including GAF, Owens Corning, CertainTeed, TAMKO, VELUX, James Hardie, Simonton, ProVia, SOPREMA, Versico, and Johns Manville.

The business runs a sales-led, direct-distribution model. Contractors can order by phone, text, or email through the proprietary Mueller On-The-Go service for 30-minute pickup at dedicated staging areas, schedule on-site jobsite delivery, request custom-cut gutter delivery, or visit branch showrooms for product consultation and residential takeoffs for cost estimation. Mueller also offers the PRO 1875 account program, online bill pay through Billtrust, contractor financing through a partnership with Mosaic, and training and development resources. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the company does not publish revenue.

Mueller employs 101-250 people, with over 40% of staff holding 10+ years of tenure and 55% holding 5+ years. Leadership comprises CEO Herb Mueller (representing fourth-generation family stewardship), President Scott Fritsch, Senior Vice President Hugh Hillix, and CFO Jeff Shelton, supported by branch managers at each location. The company has remained privately held throughout its 150-year history with no institutional investment, M&A activity, or public offering on record; in 2025 it celebrated its 150-year operating milestone, and in April 2023 it expanded its Columbus, Ohio presence with a second branch at 4199 Roberts Road.

Name

Mueller Roofing Distributors, Inc.

Legal name

Mueller Roofing Distributors, Inc.

Website

https://mueller1875.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1875

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Family-owned since 1875, Mueller Roofing Distributors is a fourth-generation building materials distributor serving building and remodeling contractors across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana via 11 branches, offering roofing, siding, windows, and related products from over 100 vendors with rapid pickup, delivery, and estimating services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials Distribution

NAICS

Other Building Material Dealers (44418)

SIC

Wholesale-Lumber & Other Construction Materials (5030), Wholesale-Lumber, Plywood, Millwork & Wood Panels (5031)

akta.pro primary industry

Windows, Doors & Millwork Distribution (CRAOAFAI)

Keywords

• Building materials distribution
• Roofing products wholesale
• Siding and windows supply
• Construction materials distributor
• Exterior building products

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Building Materials Distribution: Mueller Roofing Distributors generates revenue by distributing building materials including roofing, siding, windows, skylights, gutters, ventilation, and insulation products to building and remodeling contractors. Products are sourced from over 100 vendor partners and sold through 11 branch locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mueller Roofing Distributors distributes roofing, siding, windows, doors, skylights, ventilation, gutters, insulation, tools, equipment, and accessories sourced from more than 100 vendors to building and remodeling contractors. The company operates 11 branch locations across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, supported by value-added services including Mueller On-The-Go rapid pickup, on-site delivery, residential takeoffs, contractor showrooms, and training and development programs.

Product overview

Mueller Roofing Distributors is a family-owned building materials distributor (fourth generation, since 1875) serving building and remodeling contractors in the Ohio and Kentucky region. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of exterior building products sourced from over 100 vendors, organized into two main categories: (1) Products — covering roofing (steep slope, low slope, flat roof insulation, specialty), siding, windows & doors, skylights, gutters, ventilation, attic & wall insulation, tools & equipment, and accessories; and (2) Services — including Mueller On-The-Go (phone/text/email ordering with 30-minute pickup), on-site delivery, gutter delivery, residential takeoffs (cost estimation), training & development, and branch showrooms with product displays.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Steep Slope Roofing Residential and steep-slope roofing products including asphalt shingles from manufacturers such as TAMKO, GAF, and Owens Corning, distributed to building and remodeling contractors.
• Low Slope Roofing Commercial and flat-roof low-slope roofing systems from manufacturers such as SOPREMA, Versico, and Johns Manville, serving contractors who install on commercial and flat-roof projects.
• Specialty Roofing Specialty roofing products for non-standard applications, distributed to contractors handling unique or specialty roofing projects.
• Siding Siding products including James Hardie fiber cement siding, distributed to contractors for residential and commercial exterior applications.
• Windows and Doors Window and door products from manufacturers including Simonton and ProVia, supplied to contractors for residential and light commercial replacement and new construction.
• Skylights Skylight products from VELUX, supplied to contractors for residential and commercial daylighting installations.
• Ventilation Roof and attic ventilation products supplied to contractors for proper attic airflow and building code compliance.
• Gutters Gutter products and related components distributed to contractors for residential and commercial rainwater management installations.
• Attic and Wall Insulation Insulation products for attic and wall applications, distributed to contractors for residential and commercial building envelope projects.
• Tools and Equipment Roofing and construction tools and equipment supplied to contractors to support installation and on-site work.
• Accessories Roofing and exterior building accessories distributed to contractors to complement primary roofing and siding installations.
• Mueller On-The-Go Rapid pickup service that allows contractors to pre-order materials and collect them quickly at the branch, minimizing downtime on jobsites.
• On-Site Delivery On-site delivery service that brings ordered materials directly to contractor jobsites, reducing handling and logistics burden.
• Residential Takeoffs Residential takeoff and estimating service that helps contractors accurately scope materials requirements for residential projects.
• Showrooms Branches with showroom spaces where contractors and their customers can review products and selections for upcoming projects.

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• MosaicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMueller has partnered with Mosaic for contractor financing programs. This partnership allows contractors to access financing options for their building projects through the Mosaic Contractor Financing Program.
• CertainTeedcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, and ceilings. They are highlighted as Manufacturer of the Month by Mueller.
• TAMKOcoreTechnology or IntegrationTAMKO is a vendor partner providing steep slope roofing products. Products backed by over 75 years in the industry with quality colors.
• VELUXcoreTechnology or IntegrationVELUX is a skylight manufacturer providing products that bring daylight and fresh air into homes. Over 75 years of experience in daylight products.
• James HardiecoreTechnology or IntegrationJames Hardie is a vendor partner providing fiber cement siding, trim, and backer board products known for world-class performance.
• SimontoncoreTechnology or IntegrationSimonton provides windows and doors, enhancing homes across America with quality and industry-leading innovation since 1946.
• ProViacoreTechnology or IntegrationProVia delivers exceptional quality doors and windows with focus on durability, style, and innovative features like hidden screens and app-controlled locks.
• SOPREMAcoreTechnology or IntegrationSOPREMA provides commercial roofing, waterproofing, and wall system solutions to protect the full building envelope.
• GAFcoreTechnology or IntegrationGAF is North America's largest roofing manufacturer. Millions of Americans use their products for residential and commercial roofing.
• Owens CorningcoreTechnology or IntegrationOwens Corning provides shingles, roofing accessories, and insulation products. A leading manufacturer advancing insulation and composite materials.
• VersicocoreTechnology or IntegrationVersico is a single-ply roofing manufacturer ranked among the top 3 in the U.S., providing quality products and exceptional service.
• Johns ManvillecoreTechnology or IntegrationJohns Manville provides premium-quality products for commercial, industrial, and residential applications including flat roof insulation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ABC Supply Co. The largest wholesale distributor of roofing, siding, windows, and exterior building products in North America. ABC Supply is the most direct national competitor to Mueller, serving the same building and remodeling contractor base with a branch-led model.
• SRS Distribution: Large private roofing and exterior building products distributor (acquired by Home Depot in 2024). SRS competes directly with Mueller across roofing, siding, and windows with a similar branch-led contractor sales motion.
• Lansing Building Products: Regional exterior building products distributor serving contractors across the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Southeast with roofing, siding, windows, and doors. Closely comparable to Mueller in assortment and contractor orientation.
• Roofing Supply Group (RSG): Regional roofing and exterior building products distributor serving contractors across the Western and Southwestern U.S. (acquired by Beacon in 2018). Comparable to Mueller in contractor focus and roofing-centric product mix.
• SPEC Building Materials: Mid-sized regional distributor of roofing, siding, windows, and related products serving contractors across multiple U.S. markets. Comparable to Mueller in contractor focus and product mix, though larger geographically.
• Beacon Building Products: Publicly traded (BECN) Fortune 500 distributor of roofing, siding, windows, and complementary building products to contractors. Beacon's product mix, contractor focus, and branch model closely mirror Mueller's, and Beacon has actively consolidated regional distributors.

Broad incumbents

• Allied Building Products: Major exterior and interior building products distributor (now part of Beacon Building Products). Allied historically competed head-to-head with Mueller in the Northeast and Midwest and offers a comparable contractor-focused assortment.
• Lowe's for Pros: Pro-contractor program of Lowe's offering building materials, tools, and installation supplies. Competes with Mueller for contractor spend, particularly in residential roofing and exterior remodeling.
• Home Depot Pro: Pro-focused arm of The Home Depot offering roofing, siding, and building materials to professional contractors. While a much larger incumbent, Home Depot Pro competes with Mueller for the same contractor wallet in the OH/KY/IN region.

Regional players

• BFS Industries: Privately held regional distributor of roofing, siding, and related exterior building products with branch operations across multiple U.S. markets. Comparable in scale and contractor orientation to Mueller, but with a different geographic footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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