Found 4 wholesalers offering trade accounts within 3 miles.
Trade accounts offer electrical contractors a comprehensive package of benefits beyond simple credit facilities. Account holders typically receive preferential pricing, dedicated account managers, priority service, and access to exclusive promotions. Your account manager gets to know your business and can proactively suggest products and deals relevant to your work.
Trade accounts also simplify administration with consolidated invoicing, detailed purchase reports, and integration options with accounting software. Many wholesalers offer tiered account levels with additional benefits for higher-volume customers, including extended credit terms, enhanced discounts, and priority delivery slots.
Barking and Dagenham is an outer East London borough with a mix of industrial estates and residential areas. The area has seen significant regeneration with new housing developments creating demand for electrical services.
A credit account provides payment terms (buy now, pay later). A trade account includes credit facilities plus additional benefits like better pricing, dedicated support, and exclusive offers. Most wholesalers combine these, so a trade account automatically includes credit terms.
Pricing typically improves with volume. Consolidating purchases with fewer suppliers, committing to regular orders, and building a good payment history all help. Speak to your account manager about pricing reviews - many wholesalers will match competitor quotes for loyal customers.
Yes, most trade accounts support multiple authorised users. You can set different spending limits for each user and receive itemised statements showing who purchased what. This is ideal for businesses with multiple electricians or sites.