Where restoration companies buy
Restoration companies buy drying and air equipment from restoration suppliers and makers, meters and cameras from the makers, and rent extra units for large losses.
| Supplier | Type | What their own site says | Pro program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abatement Technologies | Manufacturer | Clean air equipment maker founded in 1985, with air scrubbers and negative air machines for indoor air quality work. | Ask at the counter |
| Delmhorst | Manufacturer store | Moisture meters for building materials, wood and flooring, sold direct and through distributors. | Ask at the counter |
| Teledyne FLIR | Manufacturer store | Handheld and phone thermal cameras sold direct, with prices listed on its site. | Ask at the counter |
| Sunbelt Rentals | Rental | Equipment and tool rental through a national network of locations. | Ask at the counter |
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 restoration 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 |
|---|---|
| Poly sheeting and tape | Containment and floor protection |
| Antimicrobial solution | Treating wet materials |
| Contractor bags and buckets | Wet debris and demo |
| Spare filters for scrubbers and vacuums | Filters clog fast on mold jobs |
| Drywall saw and utility knives | Flood cuts and removing wet materials |
| Drying log sheets or a tablet | Daily readings the carrier will ask for |
For the first order, price the starter kit too: moisture meter for building materials; thermal camera; portable extractor or water claw; air movers, several; dehumidifiers, lgr type; wet and dry vacuum; respirators, gloves, suits and boots; phone and a photo documentation app. Bigger purchases to price at a dealer or rental house: air scrubbers and negative air machines; truck-mounted or large portable extractor; containment poles and zipper doors; generator; trailer to carry equipment.
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 restoration tools list has prices read on the makers' own sites (Delmhorst, Teledyne FLIR).
When supplier prices change
Update your restoration price list the same week a supplier raises prices. In Koira, that price list is what your estimates are built from.
Sources
- Abatement Technologies: About us, checked October 9, 2026
- Delmhorst: About us, checked October 9, 2026
- Teledyne FLIR: C5 thermal camera, checked October 9, 2026
- Sunbelt Rentals: About, 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.