Travis Perkins is a UK builders' merchant aimed at tradespeople and homeowners doing major renovations. Compare here if you need bulk timber, bricks, plumbing or kitchen/bath fixtures with branch click & collect, site delivery options and trade-focused pricing.

Best forBuilders, trades and big DIY/renovation projects
Typical discountsTrade pricing and volume discounts rather than flash sale markdowns
DeliveryBranch click & collect plus paid delivery for bulky/large orders (many stocked items available quickly)
ReturnsReturns policy varies by product; bespoke or cut-to-size items often excluded
PaymentsCard payments and trade accounts / business invoicing for registered customers
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Trade accounts

Business accounts give access to trade pricing, order history and account invoicing โ€” useful for repeat buyers and site purchasing.

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Bulky delivery options

Built for heavy materials โ€” you can get pallets and large loads delivered to site; always confirm delivery service and charges before checkout.

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Click & Collect

Many branches offer click & collect so you can pick up small items and avoid delivery on urgent purchases.

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What they're known for

Travis Perkins is primarily a builders' merchant: think large-volume timber and sheet materials, bricks and block pallets, plumbing & heating supplies, and joinery products. Contractors use it for sourcing bulky building materials and coordinating deliveries to sites. If your job needs full loads or mix-and-match trade components, this is the kind of retailer worth comparing against mainstream DIY chains.

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How to get the best price

The price advantages here come from trade accounts, bulk ordering and requesting quotes for project-sized purchases. Check the Offers/Clearance sections and ask your local branch for a bespoke quote on large or repeat orders โ€” branches can often give better unit pricing for pallet quantities or repeat business than the website list price.

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Shipping, returns & trust

Delivery options include branch collection and scheduled deliveries for heavy loads; delivery charges depend on location and pallet size. Returns rules depend on the product: standard, unopened items are usually returnable but cut-to-size, bespoke or damaged-on-site materials are often non-returnable. For trade buyers, check branch terms and confirm delivery/return details before ordering.

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Main categories

Timber & sheet materialsBricks & blocksPlumbing & heatingKitchens & bathroomsTools & power toolsDoors & joineryLandscaping & gardenInsulation & plaster

Verdict

Worth it when

  • You need bulky building materials delivered to site
  • You have a trade account or buy in volume and want negotiated pricing
  • You want lots of branch locations for click & collect or immediate pickup

Skip it if

  • You're after one-off bargain consumer deals on small items
  • You need easy returns on bespoke/cut-to-size goods

FAQ

Does Travis Perkins match competitor prices?
Travis Perkins doesn't promote a blanket public price-match guarantee. For significant project orders it's best to ask your local branch for a quote โ€” branches can sometimes offer competitive pricing for large or repeat purchases.
When do the best offers appear?
Promotions and clearance lines appear periodically; check the website Offers/Clearance pages and ask branches about end-of-line or pallet deals. Trade customers may get additional account-specific pricing or seasonal promotions.
What is the returns policy for building materials?
Return rules vary by product. Unopened, off-the-shelf items are generally returnable under the site terms, but bespoke, cut-to-size or made-to-order materials are commonly excluded โ€” always read the product page and ask the branch before ordering.