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[White Room]

Even B&Qs Trade point want a business card for proof...

 

[SJPurdy]

I've got a B&Q about a mile away so they are useful for bits of timber, plaster etc etc. I find the prices competitive (often cheaper than) with local merchants, so use them. I just wish I'd got an old person to take along and get the extra 10% on a Wednesday?

As for getting trade accounts - I just wish they would ask for some proof from Inland revenue that you are a trades person. Anyone can print a card or letterhead.

 

[Dan]

You need to weigh up the odds really. If it's worth the time and fuel to get to something where it's cheaper, then it's worth going there.

Half the job in ensuring your competitive is making sure you're not paying too much for your materials and tools (and van etc etc etc) as all those fees your customer will inevitably end up paying for.

Comes to a point though where you say 'I only need one, and it's here at this price, is it worth driving around to find it cheaper' type thing.

 

[Qwerty]

I have trade accounts everywhere across the surrounding 30 miles so tend to use whichever is closest to the job (can be tempted by one if it has an offer on like a free tool or radio control helicopter which was the latest treat from one merchant!)

 

[Peter]

I use 3 independant merchants and Tradepoint. They all do certain products cheaper than the other so between them you can save a good few quid overall. All within 3 miles of my house so spoilt for choice.

 

[area tiling]

I use builders merchant for everything other than tiles , the odd time id use b&q if am stuck !

 

[Mr Tiler]

Thanks guys I suppose it all depends on the job and what materials are needed then. Cheers

 

[Time's Ran Out]

I'am available on a Wednesday if anyone needs the extra old people's discount at BQ!
Day rate + deisel and I'll also bring along a piece of A4 paper, vista print business card and pension book !

 

[Mr Tiler]

Ay? Lol

 

[AliGage]

B and Q Stock more bananas than the local fruit and veg shop when it comes to timber.
If you have a timber yard/merchants near you pop in and have a chat with them ash. You'll find better quality and probably cheaper by far!