Found 4 wholesalers offering credit accounts within 5 miles.
Credit accounts with electrical wholesalers provide essential cash flow flexibility for electrical contractors. Instead of paying for each purchase immediately, you receive a monthly statement and typically have 30 days to pay. This aligns your material costs with your payment schedule from customers, making project finances much easier to manage.
Beyond the cash flow benefits, credit accounts often come with better pricing, priority service, and simplified purchasing. Your purchase history is tracked automatically for warranty claims and accounting, and you can authorise employees to make purchases on your account with spending limits you control.
Hounslow borders Heathrow with a mix of residential areas and commercial/logistics activity. Golden Mile has significant commercial electrical demand.
You'll typically need proof of business (company registration, VAT number if applicable), trade references from other suppliers, and sometimes a credit check. Sole traders may need to provide personal identification. The application usually takes 3-5 working days to process.
Initial credit limits for new accounts typically range from £500-£2,000 depending on your business size and credit history. Limits are usually reviewed after 3-6 months of good payment history and can be increased based on your trading volume and payment record.
Late payments may incur interest charges (typically 2-3% per month) and could affect your credit limit or account status. Persistent late payment may result in account suspension. If you're having cash flow difficulties, contact your wholesaler early to discuss payment arrangements.