We're on a mission to create enthusiastic customers!
Driven by a passion for excellence, we’re dedicated to turning every customer interaction into a positive experience, inspiring loyalty and building lasting relationships.
Customer, Accountability, Excellence, and Results. These are the core values that guide every decision at APR Supply Co. By placing the customer first, we’ve built a legacy of success, serving our partners through 42 branch locations, 11 Oasis Kitchen & Bath Showrooms, and a state-of-the-art Central Distribution Center.
As trailblazers in the distribution industry, we thrive on innovation and adaptability, always seeking new ways to enhance the customer experience. Whether it’s offering advanced equipment options, improving convenience with 24/7 online ordering, or providing real-time virtual technical support, we leverage cutting-edge technology to help our customers save time, grow their businesses, and boost profitability. Our 350,000-square-foot distribution center, equipped with advanced warehouse technology, ensures superior inventory management and an impressive 99.7% order accuracy.
Our success is built not only on strong customer relationships but also on strategic partnerships with vendors. As proud members of the Affiliated Distributors buying group, we benefit from collective purchasing power, allowing us to offer competitive pricing and exclusive value-added programs.
At APR Supply Co., we’re committed to fostering lasting relationships and supporting the growth of our customers, vendors, and team. Together, we’re building a future rooted in excellence and innovation.
With a legacy spanning over a century, our company has grown from humble beginnings to a leader in our industry. Through innovation, dedication, and strong customer relationships, we’ve evolved and adapted to meet the needs of each new generation.
2011 - 2012 - Scott Weaver is elected as President of American Supply Association.
2012 - Altoona & Johnstown become the first two branches in Western PA.
2013 - The first branch in New Jersey is opened in Atlantic City.
2017 - The first branch in Delaware is opened in Newark.
2018 - APR wins Supply House of the Year.
2020 - A week long virtual Buying Show is launched to counter pandemic shutdowns.
2021 - APR purchases a new 350,000 sq. ft. Central Distribution Center & Corporate office.
2021 - APR expands in Western, PA with the addition of four new branches.
2021 - The first Buying Show in Western PA is hosted one week after the Hershey PA show.
2022 - APR adds automation and robots to its Distribution Center.
2022 - APR celebrates its centennial anniversary and 20th Annual Buying Show.
2023 - APR expands in New Jersey market with the addition of four new branches
1922 - Lebanon Plumbing Supply is founded.
1934 - Mark Tice is hired as an employee.
1947 - Mark Tice buys controlling shares of the company.
1950’s - The current Lebanon showroom is created and the upper floors become the first corporate office.
1959 - The 5th Street warehouse is expanded.
1959 - Mark Tice named President of the Middle Atlantic Wholesales Association (MAWA), kicking off the organization's involvement in the broader industry.
1963 - The 5th Street warehouse undergoes a second expansion.
1964 - The company starts purchasing its own truck fleet rather than leasing vehicles.
1968 - Lebanon Plumbing Supply starts stocking air conditioning systems.
1971 - Randy Tice, Mark’s son, joins the company.
1974 - The company’s first computer is purchased at a cost of $15,538.
1974 - Randy installs the company’s first inventory control, costing, and pricing system – the Silver ‘Cardex’ system.
1976 - Lebanon Plumbing Supply joins buying group, Interco Systems.
1977 - Mark Tice is elected president of North American Heating & Air Conditioning Wholesalers Association (presently HARDI).
1981 - Randy Tice becomes President of the Mid-Atlantic Wholesalers Association.
1982 - The company name officially changes to APR Supply Co.
1982 - Randy & Sarah Tice become the owners after purchasing controlling interest in the company.
1990 - Randy’s daughter, Debbie, and her husband, Scott Weaver, open the Ephrata branch.
1995 - The Hazleton branch becomes the company’s first acquisition.
1996 - Scott Weaver is named President.
1999 - Corporate headquarters moves from 5th street to North 8th Street.
2003 - APR buys the Guilford street location to become the new corporate and central distribution center.
2003 - The first Annual Buying Show is held.
2005 - Randy Tice is elected president of HARDI.
2006 - The first joint venture branch is opened in Chambersburg with SYD and IPS.
2008 - APR joins Affiliated Distributors Buying Group.
2011 - 2012 - Scott Weaver is elected as President of American Supply Association.
2012 - Altoona & Johnstown become the first two branches in Western PA.
2013 - The first branch in New Jersey is opened in Atlantic City.
2017 - The first branch in Delaware is opened in Newark.
2018 - APR wins Supply House of the Year.
2020 - A week long virtual Buying Show is launched to counter pandemic shutdowns.
2021 - APR purchases a new 350,000 sq. ft. Central Distribution Center & Corporate office.
2021 - APR expands in Western, PA with the addition of four new branches.
2021 - The first Buying Show in Western PA is hosted one week after the Hershey PA show.
2022 - APR adds automation and robots to its Distribution Center.
2022 - APR celebrates its centennial anniversary and 20th Annual Buying Show.
2023 - APR expands in New Jersey market with the addition of four new branches
1922 - Lebanon Plumbing Supply is founded.
1934 - Mark Tice is hired as an employee.
1947 - Mark Tice buys controlling shares of the company.
1950’s - The current Lebanon showroom is created and the upper floors become the first corporate office.
1959 - The 5th Street warehouse is expanded.
1959 - Mark Tice named President of the Middle Atlantic Wholesales Association (MAWA), kicking off the organization's involvement in the broader industry.