You know the summer rhythm: it gets hot, things break, and customers show up needing quick, no-nonsense solutions.

This time of year, Manufactured Home Community Managers and homeowners are on high alert—they’re trying to avoid mid-season plumbing breakdowns, water damage, and tenant complaints. And when they need parts, you need to have them.

If your shelves are stocked with the right plumbing supplies, you’re not just making sales—you’re building trust and becoming their first call every time, something goes sideways.

Here’s what to have ready—and how Blevins makes it easy to keep up.

What is recommend to be on the shelves?

When community managers walk into your store, they’re not browsing. They need practical, dependable parts that solve real-world problems fast. Here’s a list to have ready:

Water Heater Essentials

• Heating elements and thermostats
• Anode rods to extend tank life
• Pressure relief valves
• Compact electric water heaters for emergency replacements

These are wear items—they fail quietly over time. Most MHC managers will want to replace them before residents start submitting complaints.

Shutoff Valves & Connectors

• Angle stops
• Straight stops
• Flexible supply lines
• Quarter-turn ball valves (easy for tenants to use in an emergency)

Pro tip: Offer bundled valve kits near the register—managers love to grab-and-go.

Fittings, Hoses & Repair Supplies

• PEX and PVC fittings (tees, elbows, couplings)
• Hose bibbs
• Clamps and crimp rings
• Thread tape, putty, and sealants

And don’t forget replacement parts for common summer break points like spigot connections and toilet fill valves.

Count on Blevins to Keep You Ready

At Blevins, we keep the plumbing inventory you need on hand.  Whether it’s just a few fittings or a bulk order of water heater elements, our warehouses and reps are ready to deliver what you need, when you need it.

Log into your account and get your summer stock orders rolling today.

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