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Core & Main
Distributor of water, sewer, storm and fire protection products
About Core & Main
Core & Main is a leading distributor specializing in water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products and services. The company operates in the infrastructure sector, providing essential products and solutions to contractors and municipalities across the United States. With over 350 branches nationwide, Core & Main combines local expertise with a robust national supply chain to support both new construction and the maintenance of aging infrastructure. The business model revolves around the distribution of high-quality products and offering related services, ensuring communities have access to safe and sustainable infrastructure. Core & Main generates revenue through the sale of its extensive product range, including pipes, valves, fittings, and other critical components for water and wastewater systems. The company serves a diverse client base, including municipalities, utility contractors, and industrial customers, ensuring they have the necessary materials for efficient and effective infrastructure projects. Core & Main's nearly 5,500 associates are dedicated to fostering community well-being by providing reliable and sustainable infrastructure solutions.
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- Status
- Listed
- Founded
- 1974
- Headquarters
- Atlanta, United States
- Listing
- IPO 2021
- Employees
- 2,560
- Open positions
- 435
- Dealroom signal
- 49.3/100
- Industry
- Security, Engineering and Manufacturing Equipment
- Sector
- Cybersecurity
- Client focus
- b2b
- Investment activity
- 27 companies, latest Jan 2026
- Capital deployed
- $0
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
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Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POST IPO DEBT✓Debt | Jun 2026 | $750M | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| POST IPO DEBT✓Debt | Dec 2024 | $0 | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
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Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Core & Main is 69K monthly website visits. Core & Main's team grew 19.9% over the past year.
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Investors
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Other known investors1 additional known investor
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