Who Gets the Rebate, the Distributor or the Contractor?
Who gets the rebate, the distributor or the contractor? Mostly the distributor, and mostly by design. Here is how the money moves and what reaches your price.
By Alex9 min read
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Rebates, Buying Groups and Loyalty Programs
Every rebates, buying groups and loyalty programs guide from the CheckMySupply audit desk: 6 articles on what actually shows up on supply-house invoices and what to do about it.
Stacking HVAC Rebates: Utility and Federal Rules
Stacking HVAC rebates from utility and federal programs is allowed but rule-bound. Here is what breaks a stack, and how to write the estimate so it holds.
By Alex9 min read
Contractor Manufacturer Rebate Programs You Never Claim
A contractor manufacturer rebate program pays for work you already did. Here is why claims lapse, which rebates were never yours, and what to keep on file.
By Alex10 min read
HVAC and Plumbing Distributor Buying Groups Explained
HARDI, ASA and BLUE HAWK sit behind your pricing. Here is what an HVAC or plumbing distributor buying group negotiates, and what it never negotiates for you.
By Alex9 min read
Electrical Buying Groups: IMARK, Affiliated Distributors
An electrical buying group like IMARK or Affiliated Distributors sets what your supply house pays. Here is who these groups are and how they reach your price.
By Alex8 min read
Distributor Rebates and Contractor Pricing: Who Gets What
Distributor rebates drive contractor pricing more than negotiation does. Here is where SPA, buying group and loyalty rebate money goes, and what reaches you.
By Alex9 min read