United Hardware, Ireland’s leading buying and marketing group for builders’ merchants, DIY and home & garden retail stores, has once again been named as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies at the 2025 Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards. This marks the second year in a row that United Hardware has received this prestigious accolade, underscoring the company’s sustained excellence in business performance, leadership and community impact.

The Deloitte Best Managed Companies programme, now in its 17th year, recognises indigenous Irish businesses that demonstrate outstanding strategy, capability, innovation, culture, and financial performance. United Hardware joins a network of 129 companies across 28 counties, collectively employing 45,000 people and generating €15 billion in turnover.

The 2025 award comes at a time of significant momentum for United Hardware and its flagship retail brand, Homevalue. Over the past year, the group has:

• Announced a strategic partnership with DID Electrical, bringing the new “DID Essentials” range to Homevalue stores nationwide. This collaboration between two leading Guaranteed Irish brands expands customer access to high-quality home appliances and reinforces both companies’ commitment to supporting local communities and the Irish economy.
• Secured a €50,000 national communications campaign as the winner of the Guaranteed Irish 50th Anniversary “50-50-50” Competition, enabling Homevalue to amplify its message of trust, sustainability, and local impact across radio, digital, PR, and social media. The award recognises Homevalue’s commitment to supporting Irish suppliers, sustaining local employment, and driving community impact across its 90 locally owned stores nationwide.
• Strengthened its commitment to corporate social responsibility through a new national charity partnership with Barretstown, the children’s charity known for its life-changing therapeutic camps and programmes. In 2025, United Hardware (through Homevalue) pledged €60,000 in support, combining financial donations, the supply of tools and materials for on-site projects, and nationwide fundraising across its network of over 90 stores.
• A highlight of the partnership was the inaugural Homevalue Golf Classic – Supporting Barretstown, which raised over €40,000 to directly benefit children and families living with serious illness. United Hardware’s support enables Barretstown to continue providing free, medically supported camps and programmes to thousands of children and families each year, reflecting the company’s deep-rooted commitment to giving back to communities across Ireland.

With a network of over 200 independently owned and affiliate stores, United Hardware supports approximately 2,000 jobs nationwide and serves a diverse base of trade and DIY customers. The group’s ongoing investment in its people, partners, and communities has also been recognised through recent industry awards, including wins at the 2025 Health & Safety Excellence Awards.

Commenting on the achievement, Paul Candon, CEO of United Hardware, said: “Being named a Deloitte Best Managed Company for the second-year running is a tremendous honour and a testament to the dedication of our entire team, our independent members, and our partners. This recognition validates our strategy of empowering local retailers, investing in innovation, and championing Irish business. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on delivering value for our members, supporting local communities, and building a sustainable future for Irish retail. I’d also like to extend our sincere thanks to our suppliers and our independent, business-owning members, whose ongoing partnership continues to play a crucial role in our success.”

As United Hardware looks ahead, the company remains committed to driving innovation, supporting local enterprise, and strengthening its position as a trusted partner to both trade professionals and DIY enthusiasts across Ireland. With continued investment in its people, partnerships, and retail network, United Hardware is poised to build on its success and deliver even greater value to Irish communities in the years to come.

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