Where pool service companies buy
Pool companies buy chemicals, parts and equipment from a pool distributor with a local branch.
| Supplier | Type | What their own site says | Pro program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Pool Supply | Distributor | Pool and spa distributor with local branches and online ordering through Heritage Pool+. | Ask at the counter |
| The Home Depot | Retailer | Calls itself the world's largest home improvement retailer, with more than 2,300 stores across North America. | Pro Xtra |
| Lowe's | Retailer | Runs MyLowe's Pro Rewards for small and mid-sized pros, with points from the first dollar spent. | MyLowe's Pro Rewards |
From each supplier's own site on the date in the sources; call your branch before you plan around it.
Your counter list
The items pool service companies buy every week, from the van stock on our tools list. Ask each supplier for a price on these first; they decide which account saves you the most.
| Item | Why it is on the list |
|---|---|
| Liquid chlorine and tablets | Every stop |
| Muriatic acid or pH down, and pH up | Balancing |
| Alkalinity and calcium increaser | Balancing |
| Pump lids, O-rings and baskets | Common repairs on site |
| Filter cartridges in common sizes | Swaps on the spot |
For the first order, price the starter kit too: telescoping pole with skimmer net and brush; vacuum head and hose; water test kit with reagents; leaf rake and tile brush; chemical dispenser and measuring tools; gloves and eye protection; locking chemical storage on the truck; filter cleaning wand. Bigger purchases to price at a dealer or rental house: digital photometer test kit; pool vacuum or robot for green pools; submersible pump; multimeter; truck rack or trailer for chemical drums.
Opening a trade account
Bring your business name, tax ID and license number, and a credit application if you want terms. The big-box programs are compared row by row on Home Depot Pro vs Lowe's Pro. For the tools themselves, the pool service tools list has prices read on the makers' own sites (Fluke).
When supplier prices change
Update your pool service price list the same week a supplier raises prices. In Koira, that price list is what your estimates are built from.
Sources
- Heritage Pool Supply: About, checked October 9, 2026
- The Home Depot: About, checked October 9, 2026
- Lowe's: MyLowe's Pro Rewards announcement, checked October 9, 2026
Last checked October 9, 2026. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and differ by state and city, so confirm with the agency named before you act.