Westwater Supply

What Westwater Supply does

Westwater Supply Corp. is a privately held wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, and water systems products, serving commercial, industrial, and residential trade customers throughout Ohio. Founded in 1892 as Engineers & Plumbers Supply Company in Columbus and incorporated under its current name in 1959, the company traces its lineage to the Westwater family, which began selling fixtures in Columbus in 1840. It operates from five Ohio branch locations — Columbus (corporate headquarters), Springfield, Zanesville, Marion, and Marietta — the latter four added through acquisitions (Southeastern Sales Company in 1991; Probst Supply Company in 2008) and organic openings (Zanesville 1999; Marietta 2016).

The company distributes a catalog of 20 product categories spanning backflows, faucets, fixtures, hangers, HVAC equipment, hydronics, pipe and fittings (black/galvanized, copper, PEX, and plastic), plumbing specialties, pumps, septic, tapes and chemicals, tools, valves, water conditioning, water heaters, water and gas service, and well system components. It carries products from over 40 manufacturers including Delta, Rheem, Sloan, SharkBite, Goodman, Bell & Gossett, Viega, Watts, and Zurn. Ordering is conducted through branch-level direct sales, an e-commerce platform with login-gated pricing, quick order and reorder pad functionality, and phone/SMS support. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; trade customers access account-specific pricing after login, with non-stock items available via request form.

Westwater Supply was acquired in 2021 by Westwater Holdings, LLC, an investor group that includes a member of the Westwater family, and continues to operate under the Westwater Supply Corp. name. The company is a member of industry associations ASA, iMARK, and BlueHawk. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the firm is privately held with no public ticker. CEO is Kirk Hendricks.

Name

Westwater Supply

Legal name

Westwater Supply Corp.

Website

https://westwatersupply.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Westwater Supply Corp. is a privately held Ohio wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, and water systems products, serving commercial, industrial, and residential trade contractors from five branch locations across the state.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wholesale Plumbing and Heating Distribution

NAICS

Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (Hydronics) Merchant Wholesalers (423720), Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373), Hardware Merchant Wholesalers (423710)

SIC

Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070), Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC, Water Heaters & Indoor Air Quality Distribution (CRAOAFAJ)

Keywords

• Wholesale plumbing supply
• Heating equipment distribution
• HVAC products wholesale
• Pipe fittings distribution
• Plumbing fixtures wholesale

Headquarters

HQ city

Zanesville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Distribution: Wholesale distribution of plumbing, heating, and water systems products and supplies to commercial, industrial, and residential plumbing and heating trades customers throughout Ohio.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Westwater Supply is a wholesale distributor of plumbing, heating, and water systems products serving commercial, industrial, and residential plumbing and heating trade customers across Ohio. The company sells 20+ product categories (backflows, faucets, fixtures, HVAC equipment, hydronics, pipe and fittings, pumps, valves, water heaters, water conditioning, well tanks, and more) sourced from 35+ major brands. Distribution occurs through five Ohio branch locations and a login-based e-commerce platform with quick order, reorder pad, and account management capabilities.

Product overview

Westwater Supply Corp. is a wholesale plumbing, heating, and water systems products distributor operating in Ohio. The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio organized across 20 product categories including Backflows, Faucets, Fixtures, Hangers, HVAC Equipment & Accessories, Hydronics, Pipe & Fittings (in multiple materials: Black/Galvanized, Copper, PEX, and Plastic), Plumbing Specialties, Pumps & Accessories, Septic, Tapes & Chemicals, Tools, Valves, Water Conditioning, Water Heaters, Water & Gas Service, and Well Tanks, Pumps & Accessories. The company distributes products from over 40 major brands including Goodman Distribution Inc., Delta Faucet Company, Rheem Water Heaters, Sloan Valve Company, Ridge Tool Company, T&S Brass, Amtrol, Midland Industries, Bell & Gossett, SharkBite, IPEX, Woodford Manufacturing, Fernco, Wilkins, Oasis International, nVent Caddy, Sioux Chief Manufacturing Co., Oatey Supply, and Fluidmaster Inc. The e-commerce platform enables B2B customers to browse products, access pricing, manage accounts, and place orders online.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Backflows Backflow prevention devices distributed to trade customers to protect water systems from contamination in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
• Faucets Kitchen, bathroom, and commercial faucets from various manufacturers, distributed to plumbing contractors for residential and commercial installations.
• Fixtures Plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, and related components distributed to trade customers for residential and commercial projects.
• Hangers Pipe hangers and supports for various pipe types and installations, distributed to plumbing and HVAC contractors.
• HVAC Equipment and Accessories Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including furnaces, air conditioners, and accessories distributed to HVAC trade professionals.
• Hydronics Hydronic heating system components including boilers, pumps, and controls distributed to heating trade professionals.
• Pipe and Fittings - Black and Galvanized Black iron and galvanized steel pipe and fittings for various plumbing and industrial applications, distributed to trade customers.
• Pipe and Fittings - Copper Copper pipe and fittings for plumbing and HVAC applications, distributed to residential and commercial trade customers.
• Pipe and Fittings - PEX PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) tubing and fittings for residential and commercial plumbing, distributed to trade customers.
• Pipe and Fittings - Plastic Plastic pipe and fittings for drainage, vent, and water supply applications, distributed to plumbing contractors.
• Plumbing Specialties Specialized plumbing products and components for various applications, distributed to trade customers.
• Pumps and Accessories Water pumps and accessories for residential and commercial water systems, distributed to plumbing and HVAC trade professionals.
• Septic Septic system components and accessories distributed to plumbing contractors serving residential and light commercial customers.
• Tapes and Chemicals Plumbing tapes, sealants, and chemical products for installation and repair, distributed to trade customers.
• Tools Hand tools and specialty tools for plumbing installation and repair, distributed to plumbing professionals.
• Valves Various types of valves including ball valves, gate valves, and control valves distributed to plumbing and industrial trade customers.
• Water Conditioning Water treatment and conditioning equipment including water softeners and filters, distributed to trade customers.
• Water Heaters Residential and commercial water heaters including tank and tankless models, distributed to plumbing and HVAC contractors.
• Water and Gas Service Products for water and gas service line installations, distributed to plumbing contractors.
• Well Tanks, Pumps and Accessories Well water system components including tanks, pumps, and accessories distributed to plumbing and well contractors.
• Clearance Products Discounted and overstock plumbing and HVAC products offered to trade customers at reduced pricing.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Others

• Watts Water Technologies: Manufacturer of plumbing, water safety, and water treatment products — one of Westwater's key distributed brands. Not a direct competitor, but a relevant supply-chain partner and product-category peer.

Regional players

• Reliable Parts: Wholesale distributor of HVAC, plumbing, and appliance parts. Overlaps on the trade-focused wholesale model and the plumbing/HVAC product categories carried by Westwater.
• Reece Group: Australia- and U.S.-based plumbing and bathroom supplies distributor serving trade customers. Same plumbing wholesale model and trade customer base as Westwater, though operating in different geographies.

Broad incumbents

• Ferguson Enterprises: Largest North American distributor of plumbing, heating, and waterworks products serving contractors with multi-state branch coverage. Directly comparable product categories and customer segments as Westwater, but at vastly greater scale and geographic reach.
• HD Supply Waterworks: Large-scale distributor of water, sewer, and plumbing infrastructure products. Overlaps with Westwater on the wholesale distribution model and contractor customer base, but with much larger scale and broader category scope.

Direct peers

• Hajoca Corporation: 100+ year-old private plumbing, heating, and industrial supplies distributor operating across the U.S. through hundreds of local branches. Closest comparable in business model, customer base, and long-tenured regional branch strategy to Westwater.
• R.E. Michel Company: Wholesale distributor of HVAC parts, supplies, and equipment serving heating and cooling contractors across the U.S. Overlaps with Westwater on the HVAC and hydronics side of the product portfolio.
• Winsupply: Private, Ohio-headquartered wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and industrial supplies operating through a federation of local companies. Highly comparable to Westwater in geography, product mix, and B2B trade contractor model.
• Johnstone Supply: Cooperative wholesale distributor of HVAC and refrigeration parts and supplies serving contractors through member-owned branches nationwide. Comparable trade-focused, multi-branch B2B distribution model with heavy HVAC/equipment overlap.

Emerging players

• Central Plumbing & Heating Supply: Regional plumbing and heating wholesaler serving the Northeast U.S. with branch-based trade distribution. Highly comparable product mix, customer focus, and branch strategy to Westwater.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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

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