As an electrical contractor, you must work with—and carry around—a variety of electric supplies. They are often as essential to the job as your years of knowledge and experience are, and an inability to locate the right part can slow down completion of the project, raise its cost, and negatively impact client satisfaction. To help you keep better track of your materials, consider the following suggestions.

3 Tips for Storing Electric Supplies

1. Group Similar Items Together

One of the most common organizational mantras is to store "like with like." In other words, put all light switches together and then group them with related supplies. For instance, along with switches and dimmers, you might keep electrical outlets, switch plates, and even electrical breakers in the same box or drawer.

2. Label Products

Afterward, label individual containers, so it's easy to identify the size, gauge, or wattage you need without checking each item. This will speed up your process and help you avoid installation mistakes. Simple packing tape and a permanent marker make an inexpensive yet effective labeling system.

3. Protect Materials From the Elements

As you are likely well aware, electric supplies are vulnerable to heat and moisture and, therefore, should be stored well away from any water or heat sources. Also, be careful where you place any space heaters or humidifiers. Take extra precaution by putting your materials in waterproof bags to protect them if a pipe bursts or a fire-protection sprinkler activates. The more prepared you are against misfortune, the fewer problems you'll encounter.

For a wide variety of high-quality, affordable electric supplies, contact Husker Electric Supply in Lincoln, NE. They've been serving electric contractors throughout Lancaster County for more than 40 years and carry everything from industrial light fixtures to baseboard heaters. Visit them online to review their full range of services or call (402) 467-4624 with any questions about their inventory.