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Buildbase is a builders merchant that started trading in 1997. It’s actually part of the Grafton Group. The business flourished with steady expansion. This included acquiring Jackson Building Centres in 2013. The company continues to expand across the UK and is recognized as the premier builders merchant. It’s open to the trade and the public and has won the ‘best national builders merchant’ award four times, proving the quality of its products and service.
The best way to see all the products Buildbase has available is to look at their website. They offer everything a builder or DIYer could ask for. This includes aggregates, timber, paving, insulation, plasterboard, complete kitchens, electrics, plumbing, tools, and lighting. In short, if you need anything to help you fix up your house or garden, Buildbase is likely to have the perfect solution. In fact, they have over 1,000 core products for you to choose from.
There are over 150 Buildbase centres across the UK. You can use the store locator on the website to find your closest one. It’s possible to drive into the centres at any time, providing they’re open, and talk to them about what you need. You’ll find the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. They will help to ensure you have everything you need to get the job done, preventing you from wasting time returning to the Buildbase centre. Don’t forget to consider how you’ll get the items home, some of the Buildbase offerings are large and heavy, they may not fit into your vehicle.
The Buildbase website s very well laid out. You’ll be greeted by an invitation to manage your trade account online. Obviously, you need to be a business o get a trade account. However, it does make it very easy to see your invoices and statements, as well as for settling your balance. In the top left of the screen, you’ll find the standard three horizontal bars. A click on these takes you to a list of all the different categories of products. You can click these to see the subcategories and then find the items you want to add to your basket. It’s easy to use, allowing you to continue shopping or head to the checkout.
As mentioned, some of Buildbase's products are large and heavy. It can be challenging to get them home. Fortunately, whether you order online or in-store, Buildbase has its own trucks that can deliver to your home. You’ll need to speak to your local centre regarding the delivery cost and schedule. The longer you can wait the cheaper it is likely to be, simply because the truck can go out with more than one order on it. If you do order the wrong product or to over-order then you can return any product within 14 days, no questions asked.
The easiest way to contact Buildbase is via the live chat option online. Simply fill in your details and you can virtually chat with a knowledgeable member of the customer service team. Of course, it’s also possible to call the customer service team, fill in the online form, or talk to them on social media. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. They’ll help to sort out any issue. It’s also possible to arrange an appointment with a local expert, this can be online or in-person.
If you have a trade account you’ll be entitled to specific discounts, these can increase if the level of your business is high. The company also offers promotions periodically, helping to save you money on your renovations. However, the best way to save money is to use a discount code. There are several to choose from here on www.1offers.co.uk. Take a moment to look and choose the one that benefits you the most. The code can be used online or in-store, just submit it before you complete the checkout procedure. You should note that codes can change quickly, that’s why we verify every code is valid daily. To make sure you can shop with confidence, you should take the code on the day you intend to use it.
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