Who are the Top 10 BEST Distributors from 2025?
The Latest Starnet Distributor Survey Results
Starnet’s Distribution Channel Partner Survey continues to uncover the secrets behind member satisfaction, highlighting the vital role of distribution channel management in the success of the commercial flooring industry. Distributors play a vital role in supporting our entire network with the modern currency of purchase data for business decision making and strategic exchange. For continuous improvement, each month our IES partners communicate incomplete distribution data-share to the Starnet shareholders and our manufacturing Preferred Vendor Partners. The latest results are in, and they showcase a significant upward trend in both member survey participation and wholesale distribution performance across the Starnet network.
Record-Breaking Participation and Rising Standards
The most recent survey saw a 30% increase in participation, with 169 members sharing their experiences—up from 133 in the previous 2024 report. These members evaluated a total of 81 different distributors, reflecting the broad and diverse support system available to Starnet contractors.
Even more impressive is the rise in overall satisfaction. The average distributor rating climbed to 3.7 (on a 1-5 scale), representing a 6% increase over the previous year’s average. This improvement underscores the exceptional support members are receiving in areas such as sales resources, logistics, and training.
A Meaningful Milestone: The “4.0 Club”
A standout highlight from this year’s analysis is a meaningful shift in the performance of top-tier distributors. For the first time, all of the top 10 ranked distributors achieved a rating above 4.0. This represents a significant step forward from prior years.
The Top 10 Performing Distributors
We are proud to present the distributors who have set the gold standard for excellence this year. These partners have mastered the movement of products and provided the exceptional local support that Starnet members rely on to create world-class interiors.
| Rank | Distributor | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional Flooring Supply | 4.43 |
| 2 | Daltile | 4.31 |
| 3 | Michael Halebian & Co. Inc. | 4.29 |
| 4 | Hank’s Specialties | 4.27 |
| 5 | Stanley Stephens | 4.26 |
| 6 | C&C Wholesale Distributors | 4.18 |
| 7 | L. Fishman & Son | 4.13 |
| 8 | All Surfaces | 4.10 |
| 8 | Surface Materials | 4.08 |
| 10 | T & A Supply | 4.08 |
This year’s results demonstrate the power of the partnership between Starnet members and their distribution partners. We thank all participants for their ongoing commitment to excellence and for helping to shape the future of the contract flooring industry.
