Cabinet supplier issue in Milwaukee, WI. How to handle it?

[Owee Nicolas]

I'm doing a rehab on a duplex in Milwaukee, WI. Majority of the work is done. However, the cabinets have been delayed for months. My contractor said the supplier (JSI) hasn't provided a date when they can deliver the cabinets. The reason is due to supply chain issues and that they were upgrading their system. Are you guys also running to similar supply chain issues in your area? If so, any advice on how to handle it? Do I reached out to the supplier directly or do I start looking for other suppliers? My contractor said it will be the same situation for other suppliers. I'm planning to do a refinance after the rehab so I need to work done ASAP. Appreciate the any help guys! Thanks!

[Marcus Auerbach]

I always buy US manufactured cabinets from a local Milwaukee outfit - we know the lead time from the manufacturer when we place the order and that's currently 6 weeks. Dawn's suggestion is a good option for standard kitchens. I have tried the China manufactured cabinets that come in a box to assemble on site and you have to expect issues, like delays or damages. The cabinets are not bad, but if you have 12 weeks lead time and one box got clipped by a forklift, you'll be waiting another 12 weeks. That's why it works better for me to buy made in the US.