Five things you need to know about shopping for building materials in the FCT

I have 5 tips to help you find affordable building materials and save money on your project.

DO NOT GO ALONE TO ANY BUILDING MATERIAL MARKET

If you’re new to building, don’t go to a material market alone. Bring a trusted professional who has experience in this field so you can make informed decisions when buying building materials.

If there is no building professional available, go with a trusted artisan. Choose a reliable professional when purchasing doors or plumbing fittings.

It is important to find a reliable carpenter or plumber for a transaction that is both fair and safe.

FIND A LOCAL SUPPLIER CLOSE TO YOUR SITE

For building materials like

Blocks/sand/gravel/curbs/cement / interlocking tiles

Find a nearby supplier for your materials to save on transportation costs. Prices are similar and a local supplier may offer deferred payment or opening a tab.

FIND A LICENSED PAINT DISTRIBUTOR CLOSE TO YOUR SITE

For paint, check out Dulux, Berger Paints, and Finecoat stores in the main markets or scattered throughout the town. Look for licensed distributors nearby to save on travel and transport costs.

DEI DEI MARKET IS THE BEST PLACE TO BUY BUILDING MATERIALS IN BULK

Suppose you have a large project and will be purchasing building materials in large quantities, Dei Dei market has high-quality and affordable timber, steel, plumbing fittings, tiles, and doors. A lot of importers have their warehouses in this market.

Buy in bulk from established importers in Dei Dei for cost savings and convenience.

GUDU ELECTRICAL MARKET IS THE BEST PLACE TO SHOP FOR ELECTRICAL MATERIALS

Gudu Electrical market offers a wide variety of electrical materials at competitive prices. Major electrical wire manufacturers have their stores in this market.

Here are some tips for saving money on building materials while shopping. Share your tips in the comments if you have any.