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Overview
Baker Distributing provides HVAC/R and foodservice equipment, parts, and supplies across the United States through a network of more than 200 sales centers in 22 states. Customers work with knowledgeable counter and warehouse staff who help select products, place orders, and get order assistance; Baker maintains inventory and coordinates shipping. The company differentiates itself through its long history (since 1945), wide regional reach, and emphasis on strong customer service and expert guidance. Its goal is to connect customers with the right equipment, parts, and support to keep HVAC/R and foodservice operations running smoothly nationwide.
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What believers are saying
- May 2025 Southern Ice added seven centers across Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona.
- April 2025 Hawkins HVAC strengthened Baker’s presence in Charlotte and Lexington.
- Baker’s 1,400 employees support fast local service that national rivals struggle to replicate.
What critics are saying
- May 2026 ShinyHunters leaked 102,935 Baker records from Salesforce and SharePoint.
- June 2026 extortion publicity damages contractor trust and triggers legal, notification, and remediation costs.
- Repeated data leaks push contractors to Grainger and Ferguson, gutting Baker’s account base.
What makes Baker Distributing unique
- Baker Distributing spans 220 sales centers across 26 states for HVAC, refrigeration, foodservice.
- It stocks 500-plus manufacturers, bundling parts, supplies, equipment, and local fulfillment.
- May 2025 Southern Ice and April 2025 Hawkins expanded Baker’s geographic density.
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