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Tate's Building Supply

"Your Local Building Material & Hardware Store"

About Us

Founded in 1952, Tate's Building Supply is a trusted hardware store serving Vonore, TN, and the greater surrounding area. We specialize in quality building materials and carry a wide selection of power tools, lumber, plumbing and electrical supplies, interior house essentials, and painting supplies. With decades of experience and a commitment to customer service, Tate’s is your reliable partner for every construction, renovation, and home improvement project.

Our Story

Since 1952, Tate’s Building Supply has proudly served as a cornerstone for contractors, builders, and DIY homeowners throughout Vonore, TN, and the greater Monroe County area. As a locally owned and veteran-owned business, we’ve built our reputation on integrity, reliability, and a deep commitment to doing what’s right for every customer who walks through our doors. For generations, Tate’s has been more than just a hardware store—we’re a trusted partner for projects of every size, providing the quality supplies you need to get the job done right.

At Tate’s Building Supply, we specialize in offering a wide range of high-quality products across four key areas to support construction, renovation, and home improvement needs. Our Tools & Equipment selection features dependable, professional-grade options including drills, miter saws, impact wrenches, pneumatic hammers, circular saws, and impact drivers. We proudly carry trusted brands like DeWALT and Milwaukee, ensuring you have access to tools that deliver performance, durability, and precision on every job.

Our Building & Structural Materials inventory is designed to meet the demands of both residential and commercial projects. From pressure-treated pine and YellaWood to spruce, yellow pine, and LVL laminated beams, we provide the lumber you can rely on. We also stock essential materials such as Huber Advantech, cinder blocks, sand, mortar, and Fat Creek RediMix concrete. For exterior upgrades, we offer composite decking from brands like Trex and TimberTech, along with quality siding options to enhance durability and curb appeal.

Tate’s also serves as a go-to destination for Plumbing & Electrical supplies. Whether you’re installing or upgrading, we carry toilets, water heaters, sinks, and Moen faucets, along with a full range of piping solutions including PEX, PVC, CPVC, galvanized, copper, and black steel pipe. On the electrical side, we offer wiring solutions, a variety of light bulbs, Siemens products, and special-order electrical items to ensure you can find exactly what your project requires.

To complete your space, our Interior & Finishing Supplies include everything from drywall and sheetrock to interior trim, prehung and exterior doors, and painting essentials. With trusted brands like Valspar, Simpson Strong-Tie, Delaney, Sierra Pacific, DSA Master Crafted Doors, and Integrity Cabinets, you’ll find the finishing touches that bring your vision to life. We also carry brushes, rollers, buckets, and trimming equipment to help you achieve professional-quality results.

What truly sets Tate’s Building Supply apart is our unwavering focus on customer service. Our knowledgeable team is always ready to offer guidance, answer questions, and help you find the right materials for your project. While we proudly supply the products, we do not perform contracting work—our goal is to equip you with everything you need to succeed.

Customers can expect a welcoming, accessible, and service-driven experience every time they visit, including wheelchair-accessible entrances and restrooms. If we don’t have what you’re looking for in stock, we’re happy to place special orders to meet your needs.

Areas Served

Vonore, TN | Tellico Village, TN | Sweetwater, TN | Madisonville, TN

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Testimonials

On 6/19/2026 William R. had this to say:
Great products, great customer service, great people. Testimonial written by William R. on this site.

On 6/17/2026 Chris McDonald had this to say:
They have a good selection and are fair on prices. Delivery was fast for my orders. I definitely recommend

On 6/16/2026 Justin Elliott had this to say:
Fantastic Service

On 5/8/2026 Alan Haraldson had this to say:
Great, very helpful.

On 4/27/2026 Bob T. had this to say:
Fantastic service, quality products, and extremely competitive prices. Bring projects or house plans and let them give you a price quote or materials list!

Contact Us

Tate's Building Supply
1340 US 411 Vonore, TN 37885
Phone: (423) 884-2020
Email: bata789@yahoo.com

Where To Find Us

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Payment Types Accepted

American Express, Personal Checks, Debit Cards, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Our Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

News

🏗️ Join the Team at Tate's Building Supply! 🏗️
Tate's Building Supply is looking for an experienced Contractor Sales Representative to join our growing team.
What We're Looking For:
✅ Experience in contractor sales, building materials, or the construction industry
✅ Strong relationship-building and customer service skills
✅ Knowledge of lumber, hardware, and building supplies preferred
✅ Self-motivated with excellent communication abilities
✅ Ability to develop new business and maintain existing contractor accounts
What You'll Do:
🔹 Build and maintain relationships with contractors and builders
🔹 Provide product recommendations and pricing solutions
🔹 Generate sales and identify new business opportunities
🔹 Deliver exceptional customer service and industry expertise
If you're passionate about sales, understand the construction industry, and enjoy helping customers succeed, we'd love to hear from you!
📍 Apply today at Tate's Building Supply 📞 Contact us for more information or send your resume to [insert email/contact information].
Join a team that helps build our community—one project at a time!
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FAQ

Do you offer installation or contracting services?
No, Tate’s Building Supply focuses solely on providing high-quality materials and supplies. We do not perform installations or contracting work, but we’re happy to help you find the right products and offer guidance for your project.
Can I special order items that are not in stock?
Yes! If you don’t see what you need in-store, we can place special orders for a wide range of products, including tools, materials, plumbing, and electrical supplies to meet your specific needs.
What types of customers do you serve?
We proudly serve both professional contractors and DIY homeowners. Whether you’re working on a large construction project or a small home improvement task, we have the products and knowledge to support you.
What brands do you carry?
We carry a variety of trusted brands, including DeWALT, Milwaukee, YellaWood, Trex, TimberTech, Moen, Siemens, Valspar, and more, ensuring quality and reliability across all product categories.
Do you offer guidance on choosing the right materials or tools?
Absolutely. Our knowledgeable staff is always available to answer questions and help you select the right tools and materials for your project, ensuring you get the best results.
Is your store accessible for all customers?
Yes, we offer a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom to ensure all customers have a comfortable and convenient shopping experience.
What types of products do you carry?
We carry a wide selection of tools, building materials, plumbing and electrical supplies, and interior finishing products, making us a one-stop shop for construction, renovation, and home improvement needs.

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