GATEWAY SUPPLY CO.

Gateway Supply Co. has anchored itself in Summerville since 1964, building six decades of trusted relationships with plumbing and HVAC professionals across South Carolina and North Carolina. The company operates multiple branch locations throughout the two states, maintaining extensive in-stock inventories that local contractors rely on for quick turnaround on jobs. With a perfect 5.0-star rating drawn from 17 client reviews, the business has earned a reputation for dependability that newer suppliers have not matched. Their counter staff and consultative team work directly with licensed contractors, though their showrooms welcome homeowners undertaking kitchen or bath remodeling projects.

What distinguishes Gateway Supply from the big-box competitors lies in their specialized focus and pricing structure. Multiple reviewers specifically note that prices run consistently 10% or better than Lowes or Home Depot, making them the more economical choice for bulk purchasing. The company maintains an extensive in-stock inventory that other area suppliers cannot match, including specialty items like shower rebuild kits that competitors simply do not carry. Their luxury showroom spaces display premium bath fixtures, faucets, sinks, and vanities, allowing homeowners to visualize completed projects before committing to purchases. The combination of contractor-grade products and design consultation bridges the gap between wholesale distribution and retail experience.

Customer stories from the reviews reveal the personal attention that generates 5-star ratings. Charles Moorer, a plumber since 1976 operating Moorer Plumbing in Reevesville, compares Gateway favorably against every other supplier he has accounts with, attributing the difference to the people. Drew Haueisen specifically shopped there over the national chains because of the 10% better pricing on every purchase. John J. Maceiunas needed a truck delivery with blindside setup on a single dock, and the staff unloaded him quickly while accommodating a reschedule. The experience that reviewer Kieth Van Slett describes captures it: after awful experiences at the home centers where no one offers help, everyone at Gateway excels at being helpful.