In a study conducted by the Caney Group for the Home Improvement Research Institute, contractors were asked what outlet they use most to purchase tools, supplies and building materials.
In its regular trading statement prior to entering its close period, Wolseley PLC (Reading, U.K.) offered a preview of the preliminary results for the year ended July 31, 2003, due to be announced Sept. 23.
Harrison A. "Hap" Pollets, 77, a retired owner and formerly vice president and president of Orange County Plumbing Supply, Middletown, N.Y., died July 17 at Mount Vernon Hospital, Mount Vernon, N.Y.
The Home Depot is offering a free "Worksite CD" to qualified professional customers including contractors, purchasing agents, government agencies, school districts and architects, available at the PRO desk in its stores nationwide.