Where waterproofing companies buy
Waterproofing companies rent saws and hammers and buy pumps and drain materials from plumbing and building supply.
| Supplier | Type | What their own site says | Pro program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunbelt Rentals | Rental | Equipment and tool rental through a national network of locations. | 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 waterproofing 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 |
|---|---|
| Drain pipe, fittings and gravel | Interior drain systems |
| Sump pumps and check valves | Same-day replacements |
| Hydraulic cement and injection material | Crack and leak repairs |
| Vapor barrier and fasteners | Walls and crawlspaces |
For the first order, price the starter kit too: concrete saw with dust control; rotary hammer or demo hammer; moisture meter; shop vacuum with hepa filter; wheelbarrow and buckets; crack injection gun and supplies; multimeter; respirators and eye protection. Bigger purchases to price at a dealer or rental house: walk-behind slab saw; electric jackhammer; dehumidifiers and air movers; dump trailer; excavation subcontractor or mini excavator rental.
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 waterproofing tools list has prices read on the makers' own sites (Fluke).
When supplier prices change
Update your waterproofing price list the same week a supplier raises prices. In Koira, that price list is what your estimates are built from.
Sources
- Sunbelt Rentals: 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.