Contractor Commerce, Ferguson form strategic alliance to modernize buying experience for contractors

Contractor Commerce and Ferguson (FERG) announced a strategic alliance dated May 5, 2026 to help contractors modernize online sales and discovery.

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Contractor Commerce and Ferguson (FERG) announced a strategic alliance dated May 5, 2026 to help contractors modernize online sales and discovery.

The collaboration enables contractors to sell services and products directly from their websites, offer quotes and bookings, enroll customers in memberships, and use AI search optimization to improve online visibility and convert traffic into recurring revenue.

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"Contractor Commerce also makes contractor websites more discoverable with AI-powered search optimization,"

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Alliance enables contractors to turn websites into revenue-generating, AI-discoverable sales channels

LEBANON, Ohio, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Contractor Commerce, a leading e-commerce and online sales platform built specifically for home service contractors, has announced a new strategic alliance with Ferguson, a trusted supplier of high-quality materials for the contracting industry. The collaboration is designed to support Ferguson's contractor customers in modernizing how they sell services and how they're found online, enabling contractors to meet the expectations of today's homeowners while unlocking new revenue opportunities.

Through this relationship, contractors can offer modern, self-service buying experiences directly on their websites, allowing customers to get quotes, book services, purchase equipment and enroll in memberships at any time. These capabilities help turn website traffic into booked jobs and recurring revenue, without adding operational complexity.

By enabling contractors to sell directly from their websites, Contractor Commerce's platform makes it possible for contractors to maintain control over pricing, product offerings and customer relationships.

"For contactors, a website should be more than just an online placeholder; it's an asset that should be generating real revenue," said Paul Redman, president of Contractor Commerce. "Our strategic collaboration with Ferguson provides contractors a new avenue to drive sales and profitability online, all while providing the end customer with a smoother experience."

Contractor Commerce also makes contractor websites more discoverable with AI-powered search optimization, as homeowners increasingly turning AI-driven tools to find and evaluate service providers. Visibility within these platforms is becoming essential to strengthening contractors' competitive position in the buying journey.

"Contractor success is at the center of everything we do, and success today means continuing to anticipate and meet changing consumer expectations," said Scott Hager, vice president of HVAC at Ferguson. "That's why it's critical that contractors have access to tools that are both powerful and practical. Contractor Commerce supports that evolution with capabilities designed for real-world application."

For more information about Contractor Commerce, visit ContractorCommerce.com.

About Contractor Commerce

Contractor Commerce is the pioneer and industry leader in providing e-commerce services for contractors, offering plug-and-play online stores for home service companies so they can grow their sales and serve customers with convenience and transparent pricing. To learn more about Contractor Commerce and its innovative solutions, visit ContractorCommerce.com.

About Ferguson

Ferguson (NYSE: FERG; LSE: FERG) is the largest value-added distributor serving the specialized professional in our $340B residential and non-residential North American construction market. We help make our customers' complex projects simple, successful and sustainable by providing expertise and a wide range of products and services from plumbing, HVAC, appliances, and lighting to PVF, water and wastewater solutions, and more. Headquartered in Newport News, Va., Ferguson has sales of $29.6 billion (FY'24) and approximately 35,000 associates in nearly 1,800 locations. For more information, please visit corporate.ferguson.com.

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What does the Contractor Commerce and Ferguson (FERG) alliance do for contractors?

It enables contractors to sell services and products directly on their own websites with self-service tools. According to the company, features include quoting, booking, online purchases and membership enrollment to convert site visitors into booked jobs and recurring revenue.

How does the Ferguson (FERG) partnership change contractors' online visibility?

It improves discoverability using AI-powered search optimization on contractor websites. According to the company, AI-driven tools help homeowners find and evaluate providers, aiming to increase visibility across modern search and voice platforms.

Will contractors lose pricing or customer control under the Ferguson (FERG) collaboration?

No; contractors retain control over pricing, product offerings and customer relationships when using the platform. According to the company, the integration is designed so contractors can manage listings and maintain direct customer ownership while selling online.

What specific online purchasing features does Contractor Commerce provide with Ferguson (FERG)?

The platform supports quotes, service booking, equipment purchases and membership enrollment directly on contractor websites. According to the company, these capabilities allow 24/7 self-service transactions without adding operational complexity for contractors.

How can contractors learn more about the Ferguson (FERG) and Contractor Commerce integration?

Contractors can visit Contractor Commerce's website for additional details and implementation information. According to the company, the site provides product descriptions, contact options and next-step guidance for contractors interested in the offering.