Our History

History of Consumers Supply Company — Consumers Supply Company — Chicago Plumbing, Heating, Kitchen and Bathroom Supply Since 1939

1110 W. Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607 (Free Parking)  |  Mon–Fri 8am–4pm, Sat 8am–12pm

Consumers Supply Company Chicago plumbing supply store 1920s and 1980s historical photos

Our Timeline

  • 1920s: Early business founded in the West Loop of Chicago. The first owners sold used building materials including lumber, pipe, fittings, and plumbing supplies.
  • 1939: The Resnick Brothers purchased the business and renamed it Consumers Supply Company — establishing it as a dedicated plumbing supply distributor serving Chicago contractors and homeowners.
  • 1940s–50s: World War II created demand for more diverse supplies and Consumers began to expand their product offerings to serve the growing Chicago market.
  • 1973: Howard and Rick Brenner purchased the business. Howard brought an extensive background in hardware, while Rick graduated with a degree in Industrial Engineering and Management Science.
  • 1975: A new Kitchen & Bath designer showroom featuring fixtures and cabinetry was added in an adjoining West Loop warehouse. The company grew rapidly as Chicago’s home remodeling and do-it-yourself industry took off.
  • 1990s: Consumers established itself as one of Chicago’s premier Kitchen and Bath designers and distributors during the city’s real estate boom.
  • 2003: Consumers began distributing kitchen, bath, plumbing, and heating products nationwide.
  • 2009: Consumers launched its e-commerce website, bringing Chicago’s trusted plumbing and heating supply expertise to customers across the country.
Consumers Supply Company Chicago plumbing heating supply store 2006 and 2009 historical photos

Chicago’s Trusted Plumbing & Heating Supply Store Today

  • Over 85 years after the Resnick Brothers first opened our doors, Consumers Supply Company remains family owned and operated in the West Loop of Chicago.
  • We have grown into one of the Midwest’s largest retailers and distributors of plumbing, heating, kitchen, and bathroom supplies — serving Chicago contractors, plumbers, property managers, and homeowners.
  • Our 30,000 square foot facility at 1110 W. Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607 includes a full Kitchen & Bath designer showroom, a plumbing and heating supply counter, and a large in-stock warehouse with thousands of products available for same-day pickup.
  • Wholesale pricing open to the public. Expert staff on-site. Free parking.

Serving Chicago contractors, plumbers, property managers, and homeowners since 1939.