Did you know that 85% of construction defects in residential buildings are linked to moisture-related issues? * Waterproofing failures can lead to mold, structural damage, and costly callbacks—problems no builder wants to face. For production and custom builders alike, choosing the right shower systems and waterproofing solution supplier isn’t just a detail; it’s a decision that impacts the longevity, efficiency, and reputation of every project.
A reliable supplier ensures steady availability, warranty-backed quality, and innovative solutions that streamline installations and enhance the durability and integrity of your projects.
At the NAHB International Builders’ Show 2025, PROVA Tile Installation Products by M-D PRO® engaged with North American builders to understand their supplier challenges. The decision goes beyond quality products—it’s about finding a supplier that meets all key requirements.
To help, we’ve created a cheat sheet of key considerations for evaluating suppliers. Save, print, and share it with your team!
Key Considerations When Choosing a Shower Installation & Waterproofing Supplier
1. Reliable Quality & Performance—Is Your Supplier Dependable?
When it comes to tile installation and waterproofing, quality isn’t optional—it’s essential. Poor-quality waterproofing can lead to leaks, mold, and structural damage, putting your reputation and profitability at risk.
Look for a supplier that offers products meeting or exceeding industry standards. Ensure they support their quality promise with reliable warranties, so your installations stand the test of time.
2. Consistent Supply & On-Time Delivery—Does Your Supplier Have a Strong North American Presence?
Foreign product suppliers often struggle with product consistency and supply across North America. These supply chain disruptions can cause project delays, increase costs, and impact customer satisfaction.
Choosing a supplier with North American roots means shorter lead times and a more reliable supply chain. With local manufacturing and distribution, you gain peace of mind knowing your materials will arrive on time, meet quality standards, and comply with recent building codes.
3. Adaptability, Versatility, and Agility—Does Your Supplier Offer Innovative & Flexible Products?
Every project has unique needs, and every architect has a unique vision. Compliance with recent building codes is another crucial factor in supplier approval. Working with suppliers who offer rigid, complicated product grades causes limitations, installation complexities, and even costly revisions.
Ask your supplier how their solutions adapt to different design visions, comply with building codes, and offer simplified product SKUs that blend quality and flexibility. An effective supplier will produce products so in line with the needs of a builder that a single SKU can often adapt to any design vision, achieving cost-effective and repeatable installation processes.
Whether you need easy-to-install waterproofing systems for streamlined production or advanced flooring solutions for high-end finishes, flexibility, versatility, and innovation are must-haves.
4. Price-Performance Blend—Does Your Supplier Offer Quality and Value?
While cost is always a factor, true value comes from balancing price, performance, and long-term durability. Cutting corners on waterproofing can lead to expensive callbacks and repairs.
The right supplier provides cost-effective solutions that enhance efficiency without compromising quality.
5. Great Customer Experience—Does Your Supplier Offer Seamless Support from Start to Finish?
Competitive pricing and high-quality products are essential, but poor customer experience can offset these benefits. Your supplier should have a dedicated team that provides timely, professional support with the resources your team needs.
Evaluate their product guides—are they clear and easy to understand? How professional and detailed is their onboarding process? Do they offer training for your installation teams? What is their turnaround time if an issue arises from installation to project completion?
The Trifecta of Innovation, Flexibility, and Value:
How PROVA® Stands Out
At PROVA Tile Installation Products by M-D PRO®, we understand the challenges builders face across North America in moisture mitigation, shower, and tile installation in both commercial and residential projects. That’s why we engineer our products to address these needs.
Our comprehensive range of tile installation, waterproofing, and flooring solutions includes:
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Shower systems and components
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Waterproofing solutions
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Tile Underlayment solutions
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Tile edge and finishing solutions
What Makes PROVA® the Right Fit for Builders?
✅ Proven Quality & Performance: Our products undergo rigorous third-party testing to ensure they meet and exceed performance needs.
✅ Efficient & Cost-Effective: Designed to streamline installation processes while offering durable and flexible solutions. Save an average of 40% in material per home.
✅ Innovation & Adaptability: Engineered to support modern construction demands with efficiency and adaptability, even in challenging environments.
✅ Reliable Supply & Compliance: With North American manufacturing and distribution, you benefit from consistent supply and compliance with local building codes.
✅ Unparalleled Customer Delight with Seamless Support & Training: We prioritize builder success by providing white-glove onboarding experience, comprehensive yet simplified product guides, professional installation trainings, and responsive customer service.
For builders, this means staying on schedule and budget with products that deliver dependable results time after time. Plus, with competitive pricing and strong warranties, choosing PROVA® means more than just great products—it means peace of mind.
The Right Supplier Makes All The Difference
Choosing the right shower and waterproofing supplier isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about safeguarding your projects, protecting your reputation, and maximizing efficiency. From ensuring reliable quality and on-time delivery to providing innovative and cost-effective solutions, the right partner helps you stay ahead in a competitive market.
At PROVA Tile Installation Products by M-D PRO®, we are committed to delivering performance-driven waterproofing and tile installation solutions tailored for production and custom builders. Our products are designed to meet industry demands while keeping your projects on time, on budget, and built to last.
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*The statistic that “85% of the buildings had been damaged by water at some time” originates from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Building Assessment Survey and Evaluation (BASE) study, which collected data between 1994 and 1998.
About M-D Building Products
M-D Building Products, founded in 1920, serves diversified markets throughout North America including consumer retail and MRO, commercial flooring distributors, product manufacturers and professional paint markets. M-D also designs, manufactures, and markets a range of residential and commercial weatherization products, including door and window weather-stripping, thresholds, aluminum and wood flooring transitions, screen wire mesh and ancillary hardware products. Additionally, M-D produces and distributes a complete line of interior and exterior caulk marketed under the Tower Sealants brand, heavily finished and fabricated aluminum and vinyl custom extrusions and commercial shower and railing systems. The M-D Building Products brand portfolio includes SmartTool, Morse Industries, M-D Pro, M-D Canada, Tower Sealants, Cardinal Aluminum, MetalSource and M-D Plastics.
The company is headquartered in Oklahoma City, where its primary manufacturing and distribution facilities are located. As a North American manufacturer, M-D Building Products also operates eleven additional manufacturing and distribution sites across the U.S., Canada and Mexico.