Five Tips for Finding the Best Construction Suppliers

Finding the best construction suppliers for your business is often easier said than done. Fortunately there are some tips out there that can not only make finding a great construction supplier a breeze, but you can also save money and time. Here are five tips to help choose a supplier.

1. Focus on What Makes a Supplier the Best

The first thing you will want to do is to make a list of criteria about what makes a supplier the “best” supplier. For example, too many people focus on the price of the products, when in reality they should be focusing on things like reliability, stability, location, and competency. Any company can give you an affordable product, but it takes a lot more from a supplier to really be the “best” when you take those other things into account. Though price is certainly important, discount companies aren’t necessarily the ones that should make the top of your list.

2. Get a Recommendation from Someone You Trust

One way that you can get in touch with a great construction supplier is to reach out to someone you know and trust who has used similar services. This way, you can talk to them about what they liked about a certain company, and what they might change. This can prepare you for what you might experience if you work with the same business.

3. Choose a Company with a Wide Range of Products

Another tip to keep in mind when looking for a construction supplier is to choose one that has a wide range of products. You want to make sure to do this, as you want to have the peace of mind that this company will have any part you need, for any project you are working on. For instance, a company like Mid-State Bolt & Screw advertises that they have over 75,000 different fasteners. This level of inventory can save you headaches in the future if you run across a job that needs that rare piece.

4. Read Reviews from Past Customers

You will also want to make sure that you are working with a supplier who has a good reputation. One way to do this is to look at reviews from past customers online. Sites like the Better Business Bureau or Angie’s List can be a great source of information for looking into the reputation of the supplier.

5. Get a Quote for Your Project

Money is important, of course, so you will also want to make sure that you are paying a fair price for your supplies. The best way to do this is to get some quotes from a couple companies, and compare them side by side. Make sure, however, when you compare them, that you are comparing them fairly. You don’t want to compare apples to oranges. In other words, compare like items and like quantities to compare quotes fairly.

The above tips will certainly put you on the right path to find a great construction supplier for your business. As you can see, it will only take a little bit of time to find a company that can not only supply the parts you need, but also one that is a pleasure to work with.

About the author:
A recent college graduate from University of San Francisco, Anica loves dogs, the ocean, and anything outdoor-related. She was raised in a big family, so she’s used to putting things to a vote. Also, cartwheels are her specialty. You can connect with Anica here.

This article was cowritten by the construction supply experts at Mid-States Bolt & Screw in Charlotte.