Noland's plumbing sales rose 3.2%, boosted by a strong residential construction market and severe drought conditions in much of its 13-state territory.
Air conditioning sales increased by 10.9% resulting from a long, hot summer and continued expansion of the company's air conditioning operation in Florida.
Electrical/industrial sales declined by 13.1% due to sluggish manufacturing activity and a shift away from the integrated supply business, the company said.