True for things like kitchen appliances as well. You’ll notice The model you get from a supply house or a dedicated appliance store will be called the same thing as at Home Depot but have model numbers that are slightly different. The Home Depot version will be cheaper in price but slightly different (for instance, certain parts are stainless steel in one but plastic in another). My appliance guy says the savings you get for the Home Depot model are never worth it in long run.