Powell Supply Co

What Powell Supply Co does

Powell Supply, Inc. is a locally owned wholesale supply distributor founded in 1969, operating two physical retail/showroom locations in Malden and Dexter in southeast Missouri. The company distributes plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC supplies sourced from manufacturers including Delta Faucet, Sloan, Watts Regulator, Zoeller, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, Airmaster Fan, ATCO Flexible Duct, and Milwaukee Tool, serving contractors, industrial businesses, residential tradespeople, and do-it-yourself homeowners for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

The business runs on a traditional wholesale distribution model with no proprietary technology platform. The company's digital footprint is limited to a basic website providing product category information, manufacturer links, and a contact form; there is no e-commerce storefront, mobile application, or disclosed API. Operations are supported by standard phone-based ordering, in-person counter sales, and major credit card / cash payment processing (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover). No inventory management system, ERP, or technology stack is disclosed in available data.

Powell Supply generates revenue through one-time wholesale product sales priced on a quote basis determined by product, quantity, and customer type (contractor vs. homeowner). Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market is sales-led and relationship-driven, relying on local reputation, word-of-mouth, and physical storefront accessibility rather than digital marketing. The company maintains two regional branches operating Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM, employing approximately 6 staff in total across both locations.

Name

Powell Supply Co

Legal name

Powell Supply, Inc.

Website

https://powellsupply.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Powell Supply, Inc. is a locally owned wholesale distributor of plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC supplies operating two retail locations in Malden and Dexter, Missouri, serving contractors, industrial clients, residential tradespeople, and DIY homeowners in southeast Missouri since 1969.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Malden

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Product Sales: Powell Supply generates revenue through the wholesale distribution of plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC supplies. Products are sold to contractors, industrial clients, commercial businesses, and residential homeowners at wholesale pricing. The company operates two physical locations with retail/showroom capabilities where customers can purchase products directly. Payment is accepted via major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) and cash.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Powell Supply, Inc. is a locally owned wholesale supply distributor that sells plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC supplies through two physical retail/showroom locations in Malden and Dexter, Missouri. The company serves professional contractors, industrial clients, commercial businesses, tradespeople, and do-it-yourself homeowners for commercial, industrial, and residential projects, with knowledgeable counter staff providing product guidance and phone ordering available at both locations.

Product overview

Powell Supply, Inc. is a wholesale supply distributor offering a unified portfolio of plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC products. The company operates two retail locations in Malden and Dexter, Missouri, serving contractors and do-it-yourself homeowners for commercial, industrial, and residential projects. The four product categories—Plumbing, Electrical, Lighting, and HVAC—represent distinct product lines within a single supply distribution business model, with each category offering supplies from various manufacturer partners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Plumbing Supplies Wholesale plumbing supplies and fixtures for commercial, industrial, and residential projects, including products from manufacturers such as A.Y. McDonald Co., Delta Faucet Co., Sloan Co., Watts Regulator Co., and Zoeller Corp. Targeted at contractors, industrial buyers, tradespeople, and DIY homeowners.
• Electrical Supplies Wholesale electrical supplies for construction and maintenance projects, provided to contractors, industrial clients, and DIY homeowners.
• Lighting Supplies Wholesale lighting products for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, sold to contractors, industrial buyers, and DIY homeowners.
• HVAC Supplies Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning supplies from manufacturers including Honeywell Inc., Johnson Controls, Emerson Motor Co., Airmaster Fan Co., and ATCO Flexible Duct Products, distributed to contractors, industrial clients, and DIY homeowners.

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Airmaster Fan Co.minorOthersHVAC equipment manufacturer. Powell Supply provides distribution channel for their products. Customer access to manufacturer products through Powell Supply locations.
• ATCO Flexible Duct ProductsminorOthersFlexible duct products manufacturer. Part of Powell Supply's HVAC product distribution network.
• Honeywell Inc.minorOthersMajor HVAC controls and building products manufacturer. Powell Supply stocks and distributes Honeywell products.
• Johnson ControlsminorOthersBuilding efficiency and HVAC controls manufacturer. Distributed through Powell Supply locations.
• Milwaukee Tool Co.minorOthersProfessional power tools manufacturer. Distributed via Powell Supply's HVAC and electrical product channels.
• Delta Faucet Co.minorOthersLeading faucet and plumbing fixture manufacturer. Distributed through Powell Supply's plumbing product lines.
• Sloan Co.minorOthersCommercial plumbing fixtures and valves manufacturer. Part of Powell Supply's commercial plumbing distribution.
• Watts Regulator Co.minorOthersPlumbing and water safety products manufacturer. Distributed via Powell Supply's plumbing product offerings.
• Zoeller Corp.minorOthersPump and sump pump manufacturer. Part of Powell Supply's plumbing product distribution.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights1 record

Direct peers

• Winsupply: Winsupply is a wholesale distribution co-op of plumbing, HVAC, and industrial supplies serving contractors across local markets. It is a direct comparable to Powell Supply as a multi-line trade-products wholesaler serving contractors through local branches.
• SRS Distribution: SRS Distribution is a national wholesale distributor of roofing, plumbing, HVAC, and specialty building products serving contractors. Directly comparable to Powell Supply as a multi-line trade-products wholesale distributor.
• Johnstone Supply: Johnstone Supply is a co-op wholesale distributor of HVAC and refrigeration parts and supplies serving contractors through local branches. Comparable to Powell Supply as a wholesale distributor of HVAC supplies with a contractor-focused model.

Broad incumbents

• Watsco: Watsco is the largest U.S. distributor of HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies. Comparable to Powell Supply as an HVAC-focused wholesaler, though at public-company scale with national distribution.
• Rexel USA: Rexel is a global electrical distribution company operating in the U.S. with electrical and lighting supplies. Comparable to Powell Supply as a wholesale distributor of electrical and lighting products to contractors and commercial customers.
• Graybar: Graybar is a leading distributor of electrical, lighting, and communications products across the U.S. Comparable to Powell Supply as a wholesale distributor of electrical and lighting supplies to commercial and contractor customers.
• Ferguson Enterprises: Ferguson is the largest U.S. wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and related supplies, serving residential and commercial contractors. It is comparable to Powell Supply as the category leader in plumbing/HVAC wholesale distribution, though it operates at vastly greater national scale.
• Home Depot Pro: Home Depot Pro is the contractor-focused wholesale/Pro arm of The Home Depot, offering plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC supplies to trade professionals. Comparable to Powell Supply as a multi-line trade-products supplier serving contractors, though at much larger scale.

Regional players

• Gateway Supply Co. Gateway Supply is a regional wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies serving contractors across the upper Midwest. Comparable to Powell Supply as a multi-line trade-products wholesale distributor with a regional branch-based model.
• Acme Refrigeration Supplies: Acme Refrigeration is a regional wholesale distributor of HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing supplies serving contractors. Comparable to Powell Supply as a multi-line wholesale distributor at a regional scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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