A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE
Founded in 1923 by Samuel White, White’s Plumbing Supplies has been in our family for 100 years. We are humbled to operate a fourth-generation family-owned business and honored to be one of the longest-standing independent providers of fine fixtures for the kitchen and bath in the United States.
Our business is founded on providing our customers with the highest level of personal service while offering the best selection of quality products. We strive to establish a long-term relationship as the trusted resource for all of your plumbing needs.
As we embark on the next 100 years we thank all of our loyal customers, suppliers, and dedicated employees for your business, trust, and support, and we look forward to serving all of those that we have not yet met.
With gratitude,
Steven White (3rd generation) & Jason White (4th generation)
OUR STORY
1923
Our story began in 1923 when Samuel White purchased a hardware store on Grand Avenue in New Haven. Sam became a well-known entrepreneur in that New Haven neighborhood while growing his successful business.
1933
Sam and his son, Paul, relocated the business to Legion Avenue, which at the time was a bustling commercial section of New Haven.
1946
Paul returns from military service, where he fought throughout North Africa and Western Europe during World War II. With the help of his wife Doris, they transition the business to focus on the sale of kitchen and bath fixtures. White’s Hardware was renamed as White’s Plumbing Supplies.
1967
White’s Plumbing Supplies moves to 582 Boston Post in West Haven, CT, becoming the first retail plumbing supplier in Connecticut to sell directly to the public. Their son Steven joins the business shortly after.
1995
White’s Plumbing Supplies launched its own private label, Whitehaus Collection, manufacturing and selling high-end kitchen and bath fixtures to around the country.
2015
Steven’s son, Jason, joined the business after spending over a decade in the finance industry.
2023
100 YEARS
WHITES PLUMBING IS CELEBRATING