To put it mildly, 2021 has been an interesting year from a business stand point. Demand has been unbeliaevable, So many people have wanted quotes we can barely keep up, but the real kicker has been supplies are scarce!
In 2021, we have had some very irritated and impatient customers and I don't blame them. It's difficult for people to imagine or believe we gave them a quote in June 2021 and we haven't got the materials yet. To make matters worse the aluminum price has been soaring! From a business standpoint, this hurts us because we give a quote and people choose to go with us and by the time we do the job materials and labour have gone up in real time!
Yesterday, I had to drive all the way to Gentek in Scarborough, Ontario (about two hours away) to pick up two boxes of white pipes and two boxes of elbows. I got a rare glimpse into the warehouse and was mortified at what I saw!
Look closely at the blue shelves! They were empty as far as the eye can see! Underneath them is a few boxes of vinyl siding and there are a few aluminum products as well. I remember two years ago these warehouses were packed with aluminum and vinyl. Common colours were available immediately and special order colours were maximum two to three week wait times.
Covid has brought some very interesting times to our business. We pray the supply chain can correct itself soon but from what our suppliers tell us, this will continue through 2022. We greatly appreciate the patience of our customers during this trying time.
We are full for the 2021 season. However, if you would like a quote for 2022, we would be delighted help you. Please call us at 905-902-9424 or visit our website at https://theeavestroughcompany.com
