Weinstein Supply: Committed to the Marple Newtown Community

Written by Craig Whitney

Photos courtesy of Annie Whittington Photography www.AnnieWhittington.com

Weinstein Supply has been in the area for nearly 100 years, providing plumbing and heating equipment to plumbers and the do-it-yourselfers all over the Philadelphia suburbs. The Broomall location opened in 2008, and has since become an important part of the community for local plumbers and anyone trying to fix up their own bathrooms or kitchens.

The company originally started in 1922 as a hardware store in West Philadelphia, eventually transitioning to plumbing and heating distribution more specifically. They provide everything a plumber would need, from the smallest valves or pipes to entire faucets. They specialize in “rough plumbing,” the more intricate materials that are used behind the wall or under the sink that most people would not see.

John Hough became the branch manager of Weinstein Supply when the new location opened in 2008. Before that, John had been an inside salesperson for Weinstein since 1999. John’s responsibilities include managing the employees, including the sales team, the warehouse team, the delivery drivers and the showroom team. He also develops long-term strategies for moving the Broomall branch forward.

My family has been here in Broomall for the past 21 years,” John explained. “So it was an exciting opportunity to open a location in Marple township and be able to give back and support local schools and organizations.

The Broomall location opened in 2008, originally in the Lawrence Park Industrial Park, but moved to a much larger location across the street in 2018. This new location has allowed them to create a large showroom, which is a very exciting opportunity to showcase more products to the public. The showroom is roughly 50% retail, 50% bath and kitchen products for plumbers. It can be both business-to-business and retail, but a typical transaction could be selling to the plumber, who then does the installation.

Pete Kane joined Weinstein in May of 2013, immediately after he graduated from Penn State with a B.S. in Legal Studies and a minor in Business.

I truly enjoy working with customers to create spaces in their homes that they can be proud of and show off to their guests, but also will function well for them and their families,” Pete raved.

Collection of faucets at the Weinstein Supply showroom

Photo courtesy of Annie Whittington Photoraphy www.AnnieWhittington.com

Over the past six years, Pete has grown into a very major role in the company. With the opening of the new location and showroom, Pete has become the showroom manager. “As the opportunity for a showroom was first discussed,” Pete stated, “I was immediately excited. It has been great to take us into a new territory and launch a new direction for us, in addition to our wholesale business.”

This has been a major positive change for the company. After spending 11 years in the community, Weinstein is making a significant investment in Marple with this new building. Not only will there be a public showroom to feature many great bathroom and kitchen products, but the inventory will roughly double in size from the previous location. Their time in Marple has been very successful so far, and Weinstein is eager to keep growing as a presence in the community.

Pete is originally from the area, growing up in Springfield and attending Cardinal O’Hara for high school. Since Pete started in 2013, the company has doubled in size. All employees have roots in the Marple Newtown area.

Being local, we are all eager to support each other and see this business succeed in Marple,” Pete raved. “It’s a great environment to work in.

Collection of tubs at the Weinstein Supply showroom

Photo courtesy of Annie Whittington Photoraphy www.AnnieWhittington.com

The employees are the key differentiator from a box store or an e-commerce competitor. The transaction ends abruptly at box stores and online stores; once a product has been purchased, there is no follow-up from the box stores, and there is no personal interaction at all from online stores. With a store the size of Weinstein, there is a relationship over time with experts in the field that have the ability to follow up. Especially with a relatively small company filled with local employees, the staff will be more attentive and committed.

Even after everything has been installed, you get our full support,” Pete stated. “We back all of our products, and can share our expertise down the road if needed. Just among the 13 of us, there are over 100 years of experience in the industry.”

With that much experience from local experts, Weinstein is a valuable resource for any plumbing needs. Now that the company has expanded to include a showroom and a much larger inventory, Weinstein has put itself in a more public-facing position.

“We want to be a staple in the community,” Pete said. “When people are redoing a bathroom or kitchen, we want them to think of Weinstein because we will have what they need. And if they are looking for a trustworthy plumber, we have the best connections in the business and can hook you up.”

The showroom had its soft opening and has already received some positive responses. The Grand Opening will be Monday October 7 11am-2pm. This is something Pete has been preparing, and he is incredibly excited about it. “It’s going to be really fun,” Pete excitedly explained. “The event will be a barbecue during the day, with a big tent where we can meet people in the neighborhood.”

Everyone from the Marple community is encouraged to visit Weinstein for the barbecue and a chance to meet the great management team. After 11 years, this showroom is a perfect proof of the commitment Weinstein has made to the community and their excitement in staying here for the long term.

Broomall Bath & Kitchen Showroom NOW OPEN!

Join us Monday October 7th 11am-2pm for our Grand Opening Celebration & Barbecue!

State-of-the-art bath and kitchen showroom • Full-service wholesale/retail plumbing and heating supplies • Try working fixtures before buying • Consultation and contractor recommendations • Serving homeowners, “do-it-yourselfers” and trade professionals of all sizes

Showroom Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

650 Abbott Dr., Broomall (Lawrence Park Industrial Park)

484-471-3822

www.WeinsteinBath-Kitchen.com