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The Smart Choice for Quality Ducting and Drainage Supplies
We get it, the allure of cost-savings often leads to the temptation of consistently opting for the cheapest available option. After all, who doesn’t want to save money? However, in ducting and drainage supplies, this approach can be shortsighted as the repercussions of subpar quality can go beyond the initial savings.
At Plastech®, we understand the importance of cost, but we also know that price isn’t the only factor to consider. Here’s why looking beyond the initial unit price can be more beneficial in the long run.
The Hidden Costs of Choosing the Cheapest Option
Opting for the lowest price might seem like a smart move initially, but this choice often brings hidden costs. Cheaper alternatives can mean lower quality, which may lead to frequent replacements and repairs. This not only increases material costs but also incurs additional labour expenses and project delays. Over time, these hidden costs can far exceed the initial savings from choosing the cheapest option. Not to mention, the efficiency of your team can be significantly impacted by the quality of the supplies they use.
When deciding on your drainage and ducting supplies, one common misconception is that big-name suppliers always offer the best product and best prices. In reality, these suppliers might charge a premium for their brand name. Partnering with suppliers who have established relationships with smaller, reputable manufacturers can often lead to sourcing the same high-quality products at competitive prices. These partnerships enable cost-effective solutions without sacrificing quality.
Beyond Price, What Else Matters?
When completing a large site order, many factors go into the procurement process and having those value-added services that come with a good relationship with an independent supplier can make all the difference. These services include having visibility of your entire project and providing you with product advice, suggesting cost-saving alternatives, and scheduling deliveries to ensure the project site gets the right products at the right time. These services help streamline your procurement process, saving you time, reducing stress, and of course saving you costs.
Stay Away From Suppliers Who Constantly Undercut
It’s important to avoid suppliers who constantly undercut and use price to win your business without taking the time to get to know you or your project. While it initially appears attractive, just as quickly as they drop their prices to secure your business, they’ll hike them up on other products to compensate for their losses. This inconsistency can leave you in an unstable position, unsure of whether they will deliver for you when it counts (when that urgent order comes in) as well as continue to meet your needs in the long term.
Not to mention these price-focused decisions can also have a broader impact on the level of service you receive, as suppliers operating on razor-thin margins will cut corners elsewhere.
Choosing Plastech®
At Plastech®, we understand that price is important, but it’s not the only factor to consider when sourcing your ducting and drainage supplies. We believe in delivering not only quality products but also exceptional service and support that’s why so many of our clients continue to use us project after project and why we have long-standing relationships with them.
With over 27 years in the industry, we have strong relationships with a range of manufacturers and can actively source similar approved products that can often beat the prices offered by the big players.
If you’re in need of a new supplier that won’t let you down, send us your project details and we’ll provide you with a quote today. Get in touch by emailing info@plastechtitan.co.uk or give one of our depots a call.
- Wigan|01942 717 110
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