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Domestic steel pipe inventory and pricing update for October 2026

Domestic Steel Pipe Price Increase Effective October 26

An October 2026 domestic steel pipe increase has been announced across several key pipe categories, including ERW pipe, continuous weld pipe, and sprinkler pipe products. The new pricing becomes effective October 26. United Pipe & Steel will maintain current pricing through the close of business on Friday, October 23, providing customers an opportunity to purchase […]

Mixed bundle of copper tube and other pipe ends for heating season pipe supply

Heating Season Pipe Supply: Stay Stocked for Winter in a Moving Market

Cold weather is on its way, and wholesalers across the Northeast and Midwest are preparing for the busiest stretch of the year for heating pipe products. At the same time, copper, steel, freight and fuel markets are moving quickly, and those shifts show up in the cost and timing of what you stock. At United […]

Domestic steel pipe inventory for wholesale distribution

Domestic Steel Pipe Increase, New List on 9/28

Domestic steel pipe mills have announced a domestic steel pipe price increase affecting Continuous Weld Pipe, Grade B ERW Pipe, and Sprinkler Pipe products. United Pipe & Steel will implement a new list price sheet reflecting these changes: 1/2″ – 4″ Continuous Weld Pipe, $100/ton 2″ – 18″ Grade B ERW Pipe, $100/ton 1″ – […]

PVC conduit pipe inventory for electrical distribution and wholesale supply

PVC Conduit Increase Monday, 9/28

PVC conduit mills have announced a price increase due to continued rises in resin costs. Current pricing will remain in effect through the close of business on Friday, September 25, with a new list price sheet taking effect Monday, September 28. To secure current pricing before the increase, please contact your United Pipe sales representative […]

Hard lengths of copper tube used in wholesale distribution

Copper Tube List Price Sheet Increase

Mills have announced a 6% copper tube price increase that is now in effect. To view your net pricing, use your multiplier with the Excel list price sheet dated 9/21 on our website. If you need your multiplier, please contact your United Pipe sales representative. Rely on Us During Volatile Times Our business approach—allowing wholesalers […]

Copper tube bundle for plumbing, mechanical and industrial applications

Copper Multiplier Increase Now in Effect 9/9

Copper Tube mills have implemented a 2.5% multiplier increase, effective immediately (9/9). Please contact your United Pipe sales representative for your current multiplier or to place an order. Rely on Us During Volatile Times Our business approach—allowing wholesalers to source diverse pipe products from a single provider with low FFA minimums—is built for turbulent markets […]

Labor Day holiday graphic with patriotic American flag design

Happy Labor Day! Our Upcoming Holiday Schedule

All of us at United Pipe & Steel wish you, your family, and your team a safe and Happy Labor Day Weekend! We will be closed on Monday, 9/7 for the holiday, and will reopen on Tuesday, 9/8. Please call your United Pipe & Steel representative to place orders before the long weekend. Rely on […]

Bundles of copper tube inventory in a warehouse setting

Copper Pricing Update: Multiplier Increase Effective, 8/6

Copper tube mills have announced a 2.5% multiplier increase, effective immediately (8/6). The increase follows continued strength in the copper market, driven by demand from data center expansion and power infrastructure projects, along with ongoing supply constraints. Continue to rely on our deep nationwide inventory and weekly delivery schedules to help manage inventory risk during […]

Copper tube bundle for plumbing, mechanical and industrial applications

Copper Tube Multiplier Increase Now in Effect, 8/4

Copper tube mills have announced a multiplier increase of approximately 2.5%, effective immediately. Use the copper tube list price sheet on our website and enter your multiplier to see net pricing. For your multiplier or to place orders, please contact your United Pipe sales representative. Rely on our deep nationwide inventory and weekly delivery schedules […]

Imported steel pipe products and pricing updates

Import Steel Pipe Increase Effective Monday, 8/3

Ongoing global supply chain disruptions have extended lead times for imported steel pipe, reduced product availability, and increased fuel and freight costs. As a result, United Pipe will implement an 8-10% price increase on globally sourced welded steel pipe products, effective Monday, 8/3. Updated list price sheets will be available here on the website then. […]