Challenge
For Griffin’s Hardscapes & Outdoor Living LLC, a landscape installation company specializing in high-end outdoor living areas such as patios, pavers, retaining walls, and poolside features staying ahead of seasonal demand was a constant challenge. Their projects often required large volumes of pavers, block, base materials, lighting, and accessories, all on tight installation schedules. With demand growing and timelines tightening, delays caused by material shortages or price spikes were cutting into margins and slowing down project turnarounds. The owner knew that if they wanted to scale the business and take on more concurrent jobs, they needed a more proactive approach to sourcing and inventory management.
The Central Difference Solution
Thanks to their long-standing relationship with Central, Griffin’s Hardscapes & Outdoor Living LLC s was able to benefit immediately when they got a call from their rep that Central had started advertising that outdoor living products could be added to their Commitment Program and their Summer Stock Up Program. Central’s team worked with Griffin’s during the off-season to project material needs based on past jobs, upcoming bids, and anticipated growth. Together, they built a custom stocking plan that locked in pricing on pavers, wall systems, edging, lighting, and key accessories. Central also helped set up staged delivery schedules so Griffin’s could get material as needed throughout the season without tying up space or capital.
Results
The Stocking Programs gave Griffin’s the confidence to book more jobs and accelerate project timelines. With pricing secured early in the season, they avoided in-season price hikes and unexpected product shortages—saving thousands of dollars in material costs. The ability to guarantee material availability helped the company maintain tight timelines and win more referrals from satisfied clients. Most importantly, they were able to increase their job volume by over 20% without adding strain to operations. With Central’s support, they didn’t just grow—they grew smart, with a partner invested in their long-term success.
