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Pencoed Builders Merchants

Pencoed Builders Merchants

Pencoed, Bridgend, Wales, CF35 5PR

Hi I'm Philip Pickering, I have been a founding partner at Pencoed builders merchants for well over 30 years and have seen lots of other business come and go. But we are still here and to me that means something. They say people only by from people and I am as real as they come. less

Estate Sawmills

Estate Sawmills

Bradford, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber,

A supplier and manufacturer of fencing, decking and other landscaping products, Estate Sawmills is especially known for its first class pressure treated timber and 'made on site' Overlap panels, which are extra durable due to the method of construction used. Based in Bradford, Estate Sawmills is a family run business providing a highly specialised service within the timber industry, which is offers to both commercial and domestic customers. less

Southampton Wood Recycling Project

Southampton Wood Recycling Project

Southampton, Hampshire, South East England, SO14 3NX

We stock recycled timber and sheet materials both softwood and some hardwood at affordable prices. It is ideal for DIY use and garden projects, deep beds, etc. Firewood and kindling made from selected 100% recycled wood is available for collection from our warehouse - more details here. We operate a waste wood upcycling service, using wood primarily collected from construction sites - although we will collect from anyone who has waste wood to get rid of, and wants to avoid paying skip charges. less

Hillington Timber & Doors

Hillington Timber & Doors

Glasgow, Scotland, Scotland, G52 4NQ

Visit and enjoy our modern showroom, to view the impressive range of internal and external doors. We offer doors that will compliment modern, contemporary and traditional themes, in a selection of finishes including oak, white and walnut. Our comprehensive range of doors, have been carefully selected to offer optimum choice, with the intention to suit all tastes and pockets. Why not call or email us today for a free copy of our colourful door brochure. less

Theydon Timber

Theydon Timber

Loughton, Essex, East England, IG10 3TQ

Theydon Timber Co. Ltd was established in 1986 offering a comprehensive service supplying timber and wood products to London and the surrounding areas. We have been selecting and supplying high quality hardwood timber, wood products and mouldings to UK consumers who use and appreciate timber. As traditional timber merchants our on site workshop is able to produce fine mouldings in either hardwood or softwood. less

Frasers Timber Merchants

Frasers Timber Merchants

Brentford, South West London, London, TW8 8EX

We are an independent, family run Timber Merchants situated in Brentford, West London. Our location close to the M4 finds us ideally placed to supply your requirements for Timber and related products to projects throughout central London and the surrounding suburbs, and with over 60 years experience in the Timber Trade, our helpful staff offer an exceptional service and advice to their clientele, including Building Contractors, Joiners, Local Authorities and private customers alike. less

Spectrum Building Plastics

Spectrum Building Plastics

Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, West Midlands, CV37 0AH

At Spectrum Plastics, we are focused on providing a whole range of building plastics, we currently stock a large range of Pipes, Guttering, Clips, (available in White, Black, Brown and Grey - Square or Round), Underground, Fascias (available in White, colours, Light Oak, Rosewood, Black and Woodgrain) Soffits, Window Boards, Capping Board, Shiplap Cladding, Silicones, Pipe, Plastic Manholes, Foam, Tape, Glass Cleaner and many more items. less

Tonge Bridge Timber

Tonge Bridge Timber

Bolton, Greater Manchester, North West England, BL2 2DF

We offer a 48 hour delivery service on all stock items and 7 - 10 working days on specials. Based in Bolton, Lancashire, with easy access to the motorway network of the North West, by selling ex-stock we offer a fast and efficient delivery service to surrounding areas within a 150 mile radius. less

Alsford Timber Welling

Alsford Timber Welling

Shooter's Hill, South East London, London, DA16 1SJ

The largest Timber Merchant in the South East. Alsford Timber has been around since 1882. Everything that makes up the modern world has happened in our lifetime - we've literally seen it all. Of course, there's been enormous change. From our humble beginnings selling timber and fencing in South West London, we've grown to become the largest timber merchant in South East England, with 18 branches across four counties we trade in Kent, Surrey, Essex, London, East Sussex and West Sussex. less

Hambleside Danelaw

Hambleside Danelaw

Northampton, Northamptonshire, East Midlands, NN1 4NR

We are a UK based manufacturer of products for the building industry with two factories in the UK based at Inverness and Daventry. Our GRP products include Dryseal, our component based GRP flat roofing system, StepSafe and Contour inplane translucent rooflights and wall lights, Dry Fix Valley Troughs and Dry Fix Bonding Gutters and GRP roof flashings. less

T G Norman (Timber)

T G Norman (Timber)

Carlisle, Cumbria, North West England, CA6 5TN

As family run business through several generations, TG Norman know all there is to know about processing timber from renewable sources. With FSC ® and PEFC certification and with a fully equipped sawmill we are able to process both hardwood and softwood for both trade and public nationwide. We also produce any timber that may be required cut to any size for specific projects or repairs to any house or timber structure. less

PVC Building Supplies

PVC Building Supplies

Hedge End, Hampshire, South East England, SO30 2FX

PVC Building Supplies Limited is an Independent Plumbing and Heating Merchant, privately owned and established in 1973. At the core of "PVC" is an understanding of the customers need for delivery, complete and on time. Our stocking policy, work ethic and drive centralises around achievement of this goal. As such we pledge to give every customer one less thing to worry about by choosing to buy their materials from PVC. less

Denman & Sons Builders Merchants

Denman & Sons Builders Merchants

Hengoed, Caerphilly, Wales, CF82 8AU

Denman & Sons Builders Merchants Ltd, we've been providing the highest quality services around Hengoed for many years. You're in good hands with us. Whether you're completing a DIY project or you're an independent trade company, we supply the finest timber products for your use. less

Tayside Plumbing & Building Supplies

Tayside Plumbing & Building Supplies

Dundee, Scotland, Scotland, DD3 7SR

Tayside Plumbing and Building Supplies Ltd established 1974, is the leading independent Plumbing & Heating merchant in Tayside. With our comprehensively stocked trade counter and warehouse situated on Dens Road in Dundee, we carry a wide range of products such as Radiators, Boilers, Copper / Plastic pipe and fittings, complementing our huge stock of general plumbing products. Our trained staff with be there to assist you in choosing the correct product for your needs. less

ABP / Alifabs

ABP / Alifabs

Guildford, Surrey, South East England, GU1 4UD

Francis Charles Adlam founded Alifabs on the 20th of September 1957. The company started its trading life supplying aluminium building products and lightweight structures to the construction industry. Many of Alifabs' early products were patented and soon gained industry recognition and accreditation as being the best. Today the Alifabs coping system is still the only product on the market to have gained the BBA (British Board of Agrément) certification as testament to its superior quality. less

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If you are planning some sort of a property improvement or building project, you will soon or late be in need of a building materials company, a reliable building materials company to supply you with all materials and products needed. However, how to make sure you are working with a really reliable building materials company and what is the best way to get the lowest prices and highest quality of building materials? Today we will explore this topic by giving you a few simple yet effective tips on finding the right building materials company and how to buy at a building materials company.

How to Approach a Building Materials Company?

A DIY building project or renovation of the home in line? Well, you will end up at the building materials company, that’s for sure. Even if you are working with a team of builders, it will most probably be your job to go to the building materials company and supply the project with all materials needed. However, purchasing building materials is simply not an easy job, especially if you don’t have any previous experience. You may feel overwhelmed by all the jargon, wondering where to find the best deals, what brand to choose, where to find the right building materials company, etc. This is when a reliable and knowledgeable building materials company will be your helping hand. But before even consider a building materials company to work with, first you have to think of yourself as a true builder, even if you are simply a DIY-er or working with a professional building and home improvement team. Having the confidence and knowledge of a builder yourself is a great way to get some amazing discounts and offers at the building material company. Here are some helpful tips to help you make sure you are getting the most of all the best offers available and help you understand the best ways to shop at the building material company’s effectively and without wasting precious time.

At the Building Material Company’s: Calculate Beforehand

First things first, every self-respecting builder will visit the building materials company once they know for sure the quantities and estimated cost of all materials needed. Therefore, before you visit the building materials company, make sure you have calculated everything and then go to the store/showroom with a bit more confidence. Still, if you feel like you don’t have the knowledge and experience to make the list of materials and all the calculations yourself, an experienced and reliable building materials company should be able to help you. Discuss this with your building materials company and ask them if you can deposit the building plans with them and if the building materials company will be able to quantify and calculate all materials for you. However, you should be aware that the building materials company who does all the calculations for you will probably expect to also receive all of the orders and supply all of the products. Therefore, make sure you are working with a building materials company you like and trust, because you will most probably continue working with the same building materials company for a long time.

Know the Right Building Materials Company to Target

In order to find the best building materials company, you should start by researching them. Not like an FBI investigation, of course, but you can start checking out about local building materials companies and where you can find them. A good way to find the right building materials company is also by getting some referrals and recommendations. Have a person you know, a friend or a relative had recently worked with a building materials company and is left with good impressions? Maybe someone can recommend a building materials company in your area or share more about a bad experience you can avoid. Also, you can check out for online reviews and opinions shared by people with experience working with a building materials company in your area. However, be aware that there might be some biased and not objective reviews shared online, even some sponsored by building materials company themselves.

Be Aware What a Building Materials Company Sells

Being aware of what different building materials companies sale is a very good way to save yourself some time, energy, and money. Take your time and do the research, so you are not wasting time visiting the wrong building materials company who will not be able to provide you with the materials and brands you need. By being aware of what type of materials and brands each building materials company sales you will know exactly where to go when you need to purchase something and save time.

Check for Availability at the Building Materials Company

There is nothing worse to plan your time and project without discussing it with the building materials company. What if you expect that some materials will be available at the building materials company's store and it turns out that they are not? You will need so much additional time to place an order and wait for the delivery. In some cases, availability may be permanently canceled too. Also, keep in mind that materials such as brick, block, or tiles are most likely going to be sent directly by the manufacturer and the building materials company will only act as a distributor or middleman.

Do You Order All from One Building Materials Company?

Most likely not, despite the fact that a building materials company may expect you to do so, especially if they do all the calculations for materials for you and provide you with a quotation. However, this does not mean that you are forced to order all materials you need from one building materials company. At the end of the day, you should not be pressured to place all orders with one particular building materials company and the one who is able to offer you the best and lowest quote for an order will be the one who wins this round. Depending on your negotiation skills, this is a good opportunity for you to get a reduction from the price of materials and products. Take your time and get as many quotations from building materials companies as you can, then follow up with some negotiation and you will be able to get some really good deals and discounts.

How to approach a building materials company?
At the building material company’s: calculate beforehand
Know the right building materials company to target
Be aware what a building materials company sells
Check for availability at the building materials company
Do you order all from one building materials company?