The APR Baltimore expansion marks an important shift in how contractors across the Greater Baltimore region may access inventory, product breadth, and day-to-day support. With APR Supply entering due diligence to acquire McArdle & Walsh, the market is watching what a fourth-generation distributor with strong operational discipline can bring to a region defined by long-standing customer relationships.
Why the APR Baltimore expansion Matters
APR Supply’s move into Greater Baltimore is a natural continuation of the strategy they have been refining for years. The APR Baltimore expansion represents more than a geographic play. When a distributor with this level of consistency enters a new region, the competitive floor usually rises. Contractors tend to feel the change first. Better inventory access, more predictable fill rates, and a broader product set can shift how local shops plan work, quote jobs, and manage material risk. McArdle & Walsh brings a century of credibility and trust in the community. Combining that history with APR’s operating model could create a smoother, more dependable supply experience. I am especially interested in how the APR Baltimore expansion blends McArdle & Walsh’s local knowledge with the systems APR has developed across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. If their past Joint Venture integrations are any indication, Baltimore could see a stronger service backbone and a more modernized logistics footprint.
Press Release
APR Supply Co., a fourth-generation, family-owned plumbing and HVAC distributor now in its 103rd year of business, announced today that it has entered the due diligence phase to acquire McArdle & Walsh, Inc., a respected supplier of plumbing, heating, and industrial products serving contractors across the Greater Baltimore region for more than a century.
Founded in 1922, McArdle & Walsh has earned a strong reputation for deep industry knowledge, reliable service, and long-standing customer relationships. The proposed acquisition would unite two legacy organizations that share a commitment to exceptional customer experience, product expertise, and continuous investment in the trades.
The potential addition of McArdle & Walsh supports APR Supply Co.’s strategic expansion into Maryland. With an existing footprint of more than 42 locations across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, bringing McArdle & Walsh into the APR network would increase inventory availability, expand product breadth, and enhance local support for contractors in the Baltimore market.
“We are excited about the opportunity to bring McArdle & Walsh into the APR family,” said Scott Weaver, CEO of APR Supply Co. “Their long-standing commitment to the trades, paired with a strong reputation in the Baltimore market, aligns perfectly with our vision for growth. Together, we’ll build on both organizations’ strengths to better serve the needs of professional contractors for decades to come.”
Together, the two companies represent more than 200 years of service to the industry. During due diligence, APR’s focus will remain on ensuring continuity for McArdle & Walsh customers and teammates while preparing for an integration that strengthens service, support, and logistical efficiency.
APR Supply Co. is headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A fourth-generation, 103-year-old full-service distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and hydronic supplies, APR operates more than 42 locations throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Learn more at APRSupply.com.
This move reinforces how regional distributors are broadening their reach and reshaping expectations in key markets. With two long-standing organizations now aligned, contractors in the Greater Baltimore area may see real advantages as the integration progresses.
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