Bulk Buying Lumber vs. Project-Based Purchasing
To All Our Valued Customers, Over the past few years, the Covid 19 Pandemic has forced us to adapt and change the way we do things on a day-to-day basis. Florida Lumber is no exception. To make sure that we remain strong and competitive in the market for the years to come, Florida Lumber has had to adjust and change our vision for the future. In the last 2 years, we have stopped selling Sheetrock and drywall products, roofing felt and roofing materials, and have even closed on Saturdays.
Over the last few months, we have been transitioning our way out of the door supply business so on August 31, 2022, our door shop will stop assembling doors. We will continue liquidating our doors from inventory until we are out of material.
Some customers have asked if we are closing or even moving locations. To set the story straight, we are not closing or selling the business and we are not moving. These changes are all part of our new vision and path to continue serving South Florida and increasing our footprint in the construction supply industry.
Our focus is going to be on Lumber, Construction Materials, Rebar Fabrication and Rebar Accessories. As we have liquidated some of the items that we don’t sell anymore we have created more space to buy a larger volume of our core items and pass on the savings to our customers.
In the next year you will start seeing changes that will help improve our ability to serve you, our customers. We appreciate your business and your patience as Florida Lumber’s new vision becomes reality.
A Todos Nuestros Valiosos Clientes En los ultimos anos, la pandemia de el Virus (Covid 19) nos ha forzado a adaptarnos y cambiar la forma de hacer cosas en el dia a dia. Florida Lumber no ha sido una excepcion.
Para asegurarnos de mantenernos fuertes y competitivos en el mercado en los anos venideros, Florida Lumber ha tenido que ajustar y cambiar nuestra vision para el futuro. En los dos ultimos anos hemos dejado de vender los productos de yeso (sheetrock), paneles de yeso (drywall), tela asfaltica (roofing felt), materiales de techo y cerramos los Sabados. En los ultimos meses, hemos estado en transicion para salir del negocio de suministro de puertas, en Agosto 31, del 2022 nuestra tienda de puertas dejara de construir y/o cortar puertas. Vamos a continuar liquidando nuestro inventario de puertas haste que terminemos todo el material. Algunos de nuestros clientes han preguntado si estamos cerrando o si nos estamos moviendo a otra localidad. La verdad es que no estamos cerrando, no estamos vendiendo y no estamos cambiando de localidad. Estos cambios son todos parte de nuestra nueva vision y camino a continuar sirviendo al estado sur de la Florida y incrementar nuestras huellas en la industria de suministros de construccion.
paneles de yeso (drywall), tela asfaltica (roofing felt), materiales de techo y cerramos los Sabados.
En los ultimos meses, hemos estado en transicion para salir del negocio de suministro de puertas, en Agosto 31, del 2022 nuestra tienda de puertas dejara de construir y/o cortar puertas.
Vamos a continuar liquidando nuestro inventario de puertas haste que terminemos todo el material. Algunos de nuestros clientes han preguntado si estamos cerrando o si nos estamos moviendo a otra localidad.
La verdad es que no estamos cerrando, no estamos vendiendo y no estamos cambiando de localidad. Estos cambios son todos parte de nuestra nueva vision y camino a continuar sirviendo al estado sur de la Florida y incrementar nuestras huellas en la industria de suministros de construcción.
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As a contractor, you can deliver quality work on time and within budget with convenient access to lumber and other materials. While project-based purchasing has its benefits, bulk buying and inventory management can help you keep projects on track.
Understanding Lumber Purchasing Options
You can typically purchase lumber in two ways — in bulk or on a per-project basis. Bulk lumber buying is more cost-efficient for contractors, though both options have advantages.
Buying Lumber in Bulk
Purchasing lumber in large quantities makes sense when you have a steady stream of projects. The advantages of buying lumber in bulk include:
- Lower costs: Cost efficiency is the primary benefit of buying lumber in bulk for your building projects. Wholesale lumber suppliers spend less than a typical buyer when they source materials, and they pass those savings on to you.
- Consistent quality: The quality of materials, especially natural materials like wood, can vary between suppliers. Getting lumber from a single source can help you achieve better consistency across projects.
- Convenient access: When you choose a reliable wholesale supplier, you can expect quick delivery. You'll also have more consistent access to materials. These factors can help prevent costly project delays while you wait for the lumber you need.
If you opt to buy in bulk, there are just a few considerations to keep in mind:
- Strategies for budget allocation: While buying in bulk offers long-term savings, it requires a bigger upfront investment. You'll need to budget accordingly.
- Efficient inventory management: Adequate storage space is essential to keep the lumber you're not using dry and protected from the elements. An inventory management system is also helpful for monitoring usage and stock levels.
- Supplier relationships: A strong relationship with a good supplier makes a difference when buying lumber in bulk. You need a partner you can trust for consistency and competitive rates.
Project-Based Lumber Purchasing
Purchasing lumber as needed per project typically means buying in smaller quantities. The benefits of this approach include:
- Flexibility: A bulk purchase of a certain type of lumber might not serve you if the needs of your project change. Buying lumber per project gives you more flexibility to adapt.
- Reduced storage needs: When you buy lumber on a per-project basis, you have less to store at a given time. There's less risk of damage from pests or environmental factors.
- Less potential for waste: Only purchasing what you need minimizes leftover lumber you may not have an immediate use for. This option makes the most sense if you don't have more projects lined up.
Higher costs are the main consideration when you buy lumber as needed. You should also factor in potential impacts on project timelines. It might take longer to source materials without a strong supplier relationship, and you may face delays if the project calls for more lumber than initially anticipated.
Make Florida Lumber Your Wholesale Lumber Supplier
Whether you're looking for a wholesale supplier or need materials for a particular project, Florida Lumber can help. We serve contractors along with homeowners and DIY builders, and we'd be happy to offer tailored recommendations based on your project size and scope.
Call us or contact us online today to discuss your needs and get a competitive quote.
