PulteGroup names Whirlpool exclusive appliance supplier in multiyear deal that starts Oct. 1

PulteGroup names Whirlpool sole appliance supplier

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. — PulteGroup Inc., one of the nation’s largest home builders, said Tuesday it has selected Whirlpool Corp. as its exclusive appliance supplier.

Under the multiyear contract, which starts Oct. 1, Whirlpool will provide appliances to PulteGroup’s Pulte Homes, Del Webb and Centex communities in 29 states and the District of Columbia.

Both companies are based in Michigan.

Financial terms of the agreement were not released.

PulteGroup shares dropped 7 cents to $8.75, while Whirlpool shares rose 70 cents to $72.32.