Keep jobs moving with CDS

By Emma Peterson. 

How CDS helps contractors manage product deliveries, roofing timelines and on-site surprises. 

Managing commercial roofing projects can be a complex and busy job. There are many logistical challenges that must be addressed, such as hoisting materials to the roof, timing with contractors and crews and coordinating material movement. Luckily, there are some ways you can make this entire process more efficient – starting with partnering with the right distributor.  

A common bottleneck or friction point on the job site is staying on schedule. Things like simple miscommunications about timing and late deliveries can lead to delays that throw off the entire project timeline. That’s why working with a distributor like Commercial Distribution Specialists (CDS) is game-changing.  

CDS helps manage the timing and logistics of your job site. They have an in-house fleet of trucks and knuckle booms that make sure you get your products to the right place, on time. They also have the expertise to be able to advise you on every step of your next low-slope roofing project. Their services include: 

• Product selection assistance: In each of the 35+ CDS branches around the country, they host a showroom of products. Their on-site showroom sales teams will help you select and purchase the right products for your next project. 
• Timely delivery of materials: CDS is a part of the SRS Distribution family, meaning they have access to extensive inventory and delivery options. For example, some CDS locations run a will-call program that will get you your products in as little as 30 minutes! All you have to do is pick up your paperwork in the office, head to the designated pick-up area and the warehouse personnel will load your order into your vehicle.
• Localized support and advice: And that same team that helps you pick the right products are more than just a salesperson; they are a valuable resource for you. Whether it’s consultations on products, sales insights or advice about an on-site problem, they are ready to help you solve any low-slope roofing challenges you might face.  

At the end of the day, timeline and logistical hiccups are commonplace in the roofing industry. But by partnering with a distribution partner like CDS, you can get the assistance and deliveries needed to minimize their impact and keep your project on schedule.  

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