Get Products You Want

Distributors want to carry the products that you trust and use every day but they won’t know what those products you want are unless you tell them.

By Vickie Sharples

Get what you want.  As a consumer, we should be able to get the products we want when we want them but too often that is not the case.  Shelf space programs have a life of their own.  But, as a roofing contractor, it is up to you to work with your distributors to stock the shelves with what you need to make your business amazing.

It seems to be more common now that inventories are being cut and often lower quality brands are on the shelves.  A good supplier partner should help you build your business success with the right products for quality installations.

How do contractors deal with this problem?

1. You may end up going to three stores to find the right products for every project,
2. You could buy online but that is not always a guarantee of quality products,
3. Or you could work with your supplier and ask them to carry your preferred products.

Working with your supplier and stressing the need for higher quality products that fit your expectations is a great way to start.  Suppliers want to work with you and this is the opportunity to give them a glimpse of your business.  It is a win-win.  So, ask for a better variety of products by letting your suppliers know the brands you prefer.

In fact, a great example of this is Roofmaster’s Roof Flashing Paint.  Roofmaster has been in the industry since 1952 and they are known for quality products.  They are the leader in roof flashing paint.  We know that contractors trust their paint for its premium quality that resists fading and covers in only one coat.  But it is not always available and that is the hard part.  If contractors want the quality of Roofmaster’s Roof Flashing Paint or other premium products, they need to work with their suppliers to have it available.

It is a win-win for the contractor and distributor when supply meets demand.  For more information about Roofmaster’s Roof Flashing Paint click here.