Where is the best place to get plumming supplies?

Silver_Stang · 02/26/2006, 04:01 PM

I have gotten pvc and basic connectors from home depot in the past, but HD doesn't have bulk heads, strainers, etc. Is there any place to get stuff like that local for a decent price or is the web the way to go (which site is best).

AuroraDave · 02/26/2006, 04:17 PM

Savko.com seems to be the best place for plumbing eqp not found in the local hardware stores and ground shipments get to me in 1 day.

The Menards by me (Naperville) doesnt stock bulkheads, but they have strainers and a wide selection of fittings, nipples, ball valves (even threaded) and hoses. They also stock unions, but only slip. The Lowes in Naperville isnt as diverse, but they stock true unions (slip). In my area, home depot easily has the worst plumbing section of the four (counting Ace Hardware).

Aquatic Ecosystems also carries anything that you need to plumb your tank.

Silver_Stang · 02/26/2006, 04:28 PM

I am looking into purchasing a new AGA tank with 2 overflows and I don't want to pay $50 per kit for 2 megaflow kits from all glass. Thanks for the advice

saltyfun · 02/26/2006, 04:37 PM

http://www.mcmaster.com/index.asp

is good for anything and everything. Its local and they ups or pick up.

02/26/2006, 04:01 PM	#1
Silver_Stang Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chicago, IL (bucktown) Posts: 649	Where is the best place to get plumming supplies? I have gotten pvc and basic connectors from home depot in the past, but HD doesn't have bulk heads, strainers, etc. Is there any place to get stuff like that local for a decent price or is the web the way to go (which site is best). __________________ Dan Current Tank Info: 29 gallon QT tank; 120 gallon with 75g sump, SRO XP-2000 external skimmer, Cree DIY LED lighting, 1 vortech

02/26/2006, 04:28 PM	#3
Silver_Stang Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chicago, IL (bucktown) Posts: 649	I am looking into purchasing a new AGA tank with 2 overflows and I don't want to pay $50 per kit for 2 megaflow kits from all glass. Thanks for the advice __________________ Dan Current Tank Info: 29 gallon QT tank; 120 gallon with 75g sump, SRO XP-2000 external skimmer, Cree DIY LED lighting, 1 vortech

02/26/2006, 04:17 PM	#2
AuroraDave Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Chicago - NW burbs Posts: 1,272	Savko.com seems to be the best place for plumbing eqp not found in the local hardware stores and ground shipments get to me in 1 day. The Menards by me (Naperville) doesnt stock bulkheads, but they have strainers and a wide selection of fittings, nipples, ball valves (even threaded) and hoses. They also stock unions, but only slip. The Lowes in Naperville isnt as diverse, but they stock true unions (slip). In my area, home depot easily has the worst plumbing section of the four (counting Ace Hardware). Aquatic Ecosystems also carries anything that you need to plumb your tank.

02/26/2006, 04:37 PM	#4
saltyfun Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 297	http://www.mcmaster.com/index.asp is good for anything and everything. Its local and they ups or pick up.