If you run a business, lighting can be an important part of your operating expenses. You need to make sure you have adequate lighting at all times for safety and other reasons. To have an effective lighting maintenance plan, you need a trusted source for your lamp socket replacement parts. Here are some tips for finding the right source for your business.
Quality
Not all lamp socket replacement parts are the same. In fact, some are cheap imports, and they may not give you the kind of service you want. When you need lighting supplies, you should turn to a supplier offering USA made materials with a reputation for quality. You get some of the finest materials and help to support the economy.
Manufacturer Vs. Distributor
Suppose you do business with a local lamp socket replacement parts supplier. The supplier buys from a manufacturer or distributor and then sells products to you. Your parts may pass through several hands before you get them, and each time they go through another business, the price goes up. If you do business directly with the parts manufacturer, you do not pay the markup prices, and you can get the lowest wholesale cost.
Experience
It makes sense to choose a parts source with many years of experience. For instance, a company manufacturing parts for more than 50 years has seen it all in the lighting industry. They can give you quality materials at affordable prices.
Customer Service
Service is just as important as the parts you buy. The best suppliers have customer service reps trained to listen and respond to the customer. They provide live help when you call. You do not have to listen to voicemail and wait for someone to return your call. They always put the customers’ needs first.