Whether you need concrete for an industrial, commercial or residential project, what sorts of things should you be looking out for when choosing concrete suppliers?
If you don’t already have a preferred supplier, you’ll likely be drawing up a shortlist of potential companies, and starting the process of finding out more about each of them. But how do you confidently whittle down several quality candidates to decide ‘the one for you’?
Knowledge is key, and here we’ll give you the vital points you need to consider in order to make an informed decision about the right concrete supplier for your project.
As with any company you’re thinking of doing business with, it’s important to know about their reputation. Check out their website for testimonials and read customer reviews on third party sites such as Trustpilot. This is a good way to see what customers really think about the company.
Be sure to check out the most recent reviews, as this will give you the best idea of how the business is currently operating and how they treat their customers. You’ll want to choose a concrete supplier that’s professional, dedicated and easy to work with.
It’s also important to check that a concrete supplier has certifications that prove they’ve got what it takes to deliver the services they offer to the highest standards.
SRC Group is a top-quality supplier of concrete, with our Ready Mix concrete solutions approved to BS8500 and BS EN 206 quality standards. We’re proud of the reviews we’ve received from our customers, some of which you can see on every page of our website.
If a concrete supplier has many years of experience in the sector, that’s usually a good sign that their services are popular with customers and reasonably priced.
That’s not to say you shouldn’t consider newer companies; but expertise certainly counts, and will likely mean the business has a track record of successfully handling all kinds of concrete-related assignments and challenges.
SRC Group is a family-run company that’s been in the business of supplying quality concrete and other building materials to the construction industry for over 30 years.
Check to see whether a prospective supplier has experience in safely making and delivering the kind of concrete you’re looking for. You might need ready mix concrete, or be looking for the most environmentally friendly options available.
Alternatively, you could be seeking a specialty mix to suit the environment in which your concrete is going to be laid.
Again, online is the place to go to find out about a supplier’s services, with many websites likely to have a dedicated page detailing what they provide. Also look out for any case studies showing the types of projects the supplier has worked on in the past.
SRC Group supplies barrel and volumetric mix concrete to residential, industrial and commercial customers. We also supply Eco-Bloc®, an exclusive range of concrete products made from environmentally friendly recycled aggregates.
There are so many different types of concrete, each of which requires a specific amount of each ‘ingredient’. Mixing concrete to the best quality is highly skilled and there are strict standards to be adhered to.
Make sure to check that a concrete supplier has the necessary accreditations and certifications that prove they’re up to the job. And also check whether they’re flexible when it comes to where they mix their concrete. Some may only mix on their site, others at your site.
At SRC Group, we tailor our services to your requirements, including where the mixing of concrete takes place. Our mixes comply with BS8500-2 and NHBC specifications, so quality and consistency are guaranteed.
Getting the concrete to your site on time is an important part of the process and vital to the success of your project. So be sure to check out every supplier’s delivery capability and capacity. This is particularly important if yours is a large project that may require multiple trucks to deliver concrete in a short space of time. Does the company have a big enough fleet to meet your needs?
It’s also a good idea to check out the quality of the delivery vehicles a supplier uses. How many are there and what condition are they in are two questions you’ll want to ask. Trucks that are clean and well-maintained say a lot about a business and the pride they take in their appearance, quality and reputation.
SRC Group has a team of over 300 people and a large fleet of excellently maintained vehicles. It means we are best placed to meet your needs, even at short notice.
As you’re likely to be checking out several concrete suppliers at once, you’ll be able to compare prices. Obviously, the temptation will be to gravitate towards the cheapest option, but as with every business, value for money is always the thing to look out for, and the least expensive option may not always be the best.
Some suppliers could require you to pay for all the concrete they deliver, no matter what. Others will be more flexible and only charge you for the concrete you use.
Either way, you should consider the payment terms and pricing structures a supplier offers, as one might propose a financial arrangement that’s better suited to your needs.
We’re confident that you’ll find SRC Group concrete services offer the best value for money in the business. Why not contact us for a quote today? Call us on 0208 594 0169 or email enquiries@www.srcgroup.co.uk
One final point to consider is location. You’ll want your concrete to arrive in optimum condition at your site. It’s not the type of material that benefits much from spending a long time in transit. So it’s important to check that a supplier can deliver to your desired location, on time.
SRC Group is based in Colchester, putting us in a prime location to serve customers across Essex, Suffolk and London.
We’re ready to help you get the top-quality concrete you need, where and when you need it. Reach out to our team today to find out more and to get a quote.
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