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WholesaleWisconsin, United States501-1000 Employees
First Supply LLC is a family-owned wholesale distributor founded in 1897 and based in Madison, Wisconsin. It operates the largest Wisconsin-based wholesale network, with 53 locations in the upper Midwest that include distribution branches, Waterworks outlets, Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath and Lighting stores, and Kohler Signature Stores. The company provides a single-source supply of HVAC, builder, plumbing, lighting, waterworks, industrial PVF, pump, well, and septic materials. It serves contractors and trades professionals who rely on broad product access and regional proximity to complete projects. In January 2026 the company announced the acquisition of Able Distributors, expanding its footprint in the Chicago area.