Winsupply

Winsupply

Network of locally owned construction wholesalers

Overview

Winsupply connects over 680 locally owned wholesalers across the United States, backed by Winsupply Inc. It holds a majority equity stake in each local company and provides centralized services like sourcing, finance, marketing, logistics, and governance, while letting owners keep local autonomy. The local wholesalers distribute construction materials, equipment, and MRO supplies to contractors, installers, and facilities teams across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, waterworks, and related trades, totaling about $8.4 billion in annual sales and ~9,500 employees. The company differs from traditional chains by combining local ownership with shared corporate support and equity, enabling entrepreneurs to grow their own businesses within a nationwide network that emphasizes opportunity and scale.

About Winsupply

Simplify's Rating
Why Winsupply is rated
B
Rated A on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dayton, Ohio

Founded

1956

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What believers are saying

  • On May 5, 2026, Winsupply bought Rural Pipe & Supply in Texas.
  • On July 29, 2026, Winsupply acquired Industrial Sales Co. in Olathe, Kansas.
  • March 23, 2026 expansion adds 1.6 million square feet by fall 2027.

What critics are saying

  • Atlanta's 1.17-million-square-foot hub, Dayton, and Oklahoma City projects demand heavy capital through 2027.
  • Integrating Rural Pipe, Industrial Sales, and recent 2025 deals can distract local leaders.
  • If entrepreneur recruiting stalls, Winsupply's decentralized growth engine weakens and acquisition pace slows.

What makes Winsupply unique

  • Winsupply owns majority stakes in 680-plus local wholesalers, preserving entrepreneurial autonomy.
  • Jeff Dice's model pairs decentralized pricing with centralized sourcing and distribution infrastructure.
  • Since 1956, Winsupply has scaled through acquisitions and new Local Companies nationwide.

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Company News

NAED
May 8th, 2026
Winsupply Acquires Rural Pipe & Supply

JASPER, Texas — Winsupply Inc. has acquired a Texas company with two locations.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 23rd, 2026
Winsupply adds 1.6M square feet in Atlanta, Oklahoma City and Dayton expansion

Winsupply is expanding its national distribution network by adding 1.6 million square feet of capacity over the next two years across three key regions. The project includes a 1.17-million-square-foot facility in Atlanta, a 254,000-square-foot development in Oklahoma City and a 200,000-square-foot expansion in Dayton. The infrastructure investment aims to support more than 680 local companies that operate under Winsupply, distributing residential and commercial construction and industrial supplies across plumbing, HVAC, electrical and waterworks sectors. Company president Jeff Dice described the expansion as supporting Winsupply's entrepreneurship-focused business model. The improvements are designed to reduce supply chain friction and enable local partners to diversify inventory whilst maintaining competitive advantage in their markets. The company characterised the project as one of its most significant infrastructure investments.

NAED
Feb 18th, 2026
Winsupply Inc. Acquires Central Corp. in Wisconsin

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