Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Alaska Plumbing & Heating Supplier
Frontier Supply was founded in 1989 by Alaskans with a vision to serve the unique needs of remote communities. Originally established as Frontier Plumbing Supply, we expanded our offerings in 2009 to become a full-line distributor of plumbing, heating, industrial piping, mining, and waterwell products. With facilities in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Guam, we maintain over 70,000 square feet of inventory to meet diverse material requirements. Our team of experts provides tailored solutions for challenging environments, combining local knowledge with industry expertise. The Showcase, our design center, offers custom cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures for residential and commercial projects.As the only Alaskan-owned wholesaler of our scale, we prioritize reliability, technical support, and logistical efficiency. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our partnerships with leading vendors and industry associations. We operate with transparency, ensuring clients receive accurate information and timely service. With decades of experience, we continue to innovate while maintaining our founding principles of integrity and customer focus.
Services
Plumbing Supplies
Heating Equipment
Industrial Piping
Mining Products
Waterwell Equipment
Custom Cabinetry
Countertop Solutions
Window Coverings
Design Services
Technical Support
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Alaskan-owned with 35+ years of regional expertise
- Specialized in remote location logistics and inventory management
- Multimillion-dollar inventory across three strategic locations
- Technical staff with application-specific problem-solving capabilities
- Integrated design center for custom building solutions
Services
Plumbing Supplies
We distribute comprehensive plumbing solutions including pipes, valves, and fixtures for residential and commercial applications. Our inventory covers standard and specialty components for challenging environments. With technical experts available, we ensure proper material selection and system compatibility for Alaska's unique conditions.
Heating Equipment
Our heating product line includes boilers, radiators, and climate control systems designed for extreme northern climates. We offer energy-efficient solutions with proper insulation specifications for Alaska's weather patterns. Technical support ensures optimal system design and component matching for residential and industrial applications.
Industrial Piping
We supply industrial piping systems for oil & gas, mining, and manufacturing sectors. Our inventory includes corrosion-resistant materials and high-pressure components meeting industry standards. Engineering support ensures proper system design for Alaska's remote industrial operations.
Mining Products
Our mining supply catalog features drilling equipment, piping systems, and safety gear for Alaska's mineral extraction industry. We stock durable components for harsh operating conditions and provide technical specifications for equipment compatibility in remote locations.
Waterwell Equipment
We offer complete waterwell solutions including pumps, casings, and filtration systems for residential and municipal applications. Our technical team provides material specifications for Alaska's geological conditions, ensuring reliable water access in remote communities.
People
Michael Vivlamore
Founder
Alaskan entrepreneur who established Frontier Supply in 1989, transforming it from a plumbing specialty supplier to a full-line distributor serving remote communities across Alaska and Guam.
Mark Roy
General Manager
Overseeing Anchorage operations with 15+ years of experience in Alaskan supply chain management, specializing in logistics solutions for remote industrial projects.
Chris Fox
Branch Manager
Managing Fairbanks location with expertise in northern climate construction materials, ensuring proper product selection for Alaska's extreme weather conditions.
Jon McDonald
General Manager
Leading Guam operations with strategic focus on Pacific logistics, connecting island supply chains with mainland distribution networks for specialized equipment delivery.
Vicki McKenzie
Showroom Manager
Design center specialist with 20+ years in architectural finishes, guiding clients through custom cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures selection for residential and commercial projects.
Questions
What locations does Frontier Supply serve?
We serve Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Guam with specialized logistics for remote Alaskan communities and industrial sites.
Do you offer technical support for product selection?
Yes, our experienced staff provides technical guidance for material selection and system compatibility in extreme environments.
What is The Showcase?
Our full-service design center offering custom cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures for residential and commercial remodeling projects.
Can you handle large industrial orders?
With over 70,000 sq ft of facilities, we maintain bulk inventory for major industrial projects with efficient delivery systems.
Are you open on weekends?
Our Anchorage and Fairbanks locations are open Saturdays for customer convenience with reduced hours.
Reviews (7)
Brendon Ahlstrom
Nov 21, 2021
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Went for parts for a furnace got several different parts for same burner. I asked if the tiger loop would be beneficial due to the length of my oil line. I think the regular filter was $35 and the tiger loop was $140. Louis said that's all you will need. Get to the job crawl underneath the house and start the repair and there where no braied hose in kit. When i called and ask for the hose they told me they didn't have and laughed at me when i said i wanted to return it. Got ahold of a higher up and he said he could "rig something up" but not to code. It took the customer going in and complaining to get refunded.
L. A.
Jan 20, 2020
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Started off great. Wonderful experience turned south quickly. Was told to come back in if parts would not work. Came back in and that was not the story. As I was being helped, as the first client, the representative helped someone else. Horrible.
Arthur Serkov
Nov 27, 2018
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I was told that this is a really expensive place so I was avoiding it and shopping around for fittings and such. When I actually went their I realized that not only do they have a great selection of fittings (couplers, reducers etc) but they're actually priced lower than home depot or lowes or other hardware places. However, their major components do seem to be more expensive (such as say a pressure reduction valve) compared to a company like Hasco for instance.
Lindsay Cameron
Jun 21, 2018
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So helpful! They were very kind to a plumbing/irrigation novice such as myself. They had all the right parts and quickly found what I needed. Would highly recommend them to everyone!
Jeremy Tou
Feb 13, 2018
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Great service cannot overcome horrible exchange policy. The service at frontier heating has always been fantastic, they have great employees, but I will not be a customer there any longer. Their recent change in their exchange policy has left me baffled. I recently purchased a fuel pump for my oil burner, the pump was defective out of the box. I was told I has to buy another pump out of pocket and would not be refunded for the faulty pump until beckett cleared it.
I was also told I may not even get my full amount returned to me. All I wanted was to exchange the faulty pump for another unit. Instead I'm out of pocket for two pumps. I prefer to keep my business local if possible and am willing to pay extra for that and for local service. With this new policy in place at frontier I will have to become an online buyer for my heating supplies and equipment.
I was also told I may not even get my full amount returned to me. All I wanted was to exchange the faulty pump for another unit. Instead I'm out of pocket for two pumps. I prefer to keep my business local if possible and am willing to pay extra for that and for local service. With this new policy in place at frontier I will have to become an online buyer for my heating supplies and equipment.
Eric Sikma
Jan 20, 2018
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Frontier: Great help no matter what. If they had it, I got it and if it was something needing to be ordered, they were quick and prompt.
Oliver Madsen
Nov 06, 2015
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Fantastic selection and service. The sales people really know what they're talking about or can get someone who does. Good prices too.