Builders Merchant Direct Reviews 159

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Items delivered promptly and carefully packed on a pallet with a piece of insulating board to cushion them! Slight hiccup in the system the day before delivery when got notification that it was packed... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The delivery driver was excellent and dropped our order on its pallet at the top of our drive. Unfortunately we were not expecting the delivery as we were told it would come on the Wed and it arrived... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good price on Jablite and PIR. Full size sheets delivered on 3 pallets which were well wrapped. Driver coped with busy road and used Moffett forklift to position the stack onto my trailer. Kept u... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As usual the prices from BMD were very competitive and the ordering process seamless as usual. Received messages and tracking information for the delivery which despite being in rush hour were spot on... See more

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Company details

  1. Building Materials Supplier
  2. Building Materials Market
  3. Insulation Materials Store

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Builders Merchant Direct is your trusted online source for a vast array of construction materials, catering to both professional trade and DIY enthusiasts seeking quality and affordability. Our extensive product range includes everything from specialised insulation solutions for walls, floors, lofts, and roofs, to plasterboard, drylining, and sheet materials. We're proud to offer specialist building boards like Fermacell, alongside a comprehensive selection of building materials such as render, screed, DPMs, and all the necessary accessories. Featuring top brands like Kingspan, Recticel, Celotex, Knauf, Siniat, Bewi, Fermacell, and Rockwool, we ensure that every product we deliver meets the highest standards of thermal, acoustic, moisture, structural, and fire protection. Whether you're in search of PIR Insulation or the versatility of Fermacell boards, our catalogue is carefully chosen to meet your specification needs. As leading building suppliers, Builders Merchant Direct is committed to providing a seamless, hassle-free experience, supported by our expert team and nationwide delivery service. Discover why we're the builders supply online of choice for countless customers, and let us support your project with our wide range of products. For personalised assistance or to explore our offerings, visit us at www.bmdgroup.co.uk, call 03300 55 32 02, or email Sales@bmdgroup.co.uk. Builders Merchant Direct is a proud member of the BMD Group, renowned for exceptional customer service as reflected in our high TrustPilot ratings across all our specialist sites including InsulationUK, The UFH Group, Renders Direct, and Screeds Direct.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

159 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dangerous driver nearly ran us off the…

Dangerous driver nearly ran us off the road when over taking us then over took a cyclist on a bend some of the worse driving ever seen on a country road i have ever seen
Between Purton and cricklade 12.30ish
5/12/2025

5 December 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

This has been passed on to our transport team for review and action.

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Delivery Time & process could be improved

I ordre several large plaster boards but the delivery lacked speed although in the end they managed to improve their service latly

2 December 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi, this is an order from over 12 months ago, from our records I cannot see that you have not shopped with us in this time.

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good updates

25 November 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Thank you John for taking the time to leave us a comment. 🤩

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patience is a virtue

Very competitive prices,
Delivered on time and with great patience..

10 October 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Thank you Francis for the feedback 🥰

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, good prices and quick delivery!

29 July 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Daniel, thank you for the positive feedback, it is really appreciated!

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price with a quick delivery

Great price with a quick delivery. I wasn't home at the time of delivery but they put it exactly where I wanted it. Very pleased with everything from start to finish would definitely use this company again

28 July 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Thank you Jamie for the great review, we look forward to you shopping with us again.

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As usual the prices from BMD were very…

As usual the prices from BMD were very competitive and the ordering process seamless as usual. Received messages and tracking information for the delivery which despite being in rush hour were spot on. The delivery driver Pawel went above and beyond when dropping of our supplies to the exact area within our loading bay when many would have just dropped outside the roller shutter

26 June 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Thank you Tony for such great feedback, we have passed on your comments to Pawel & the transport team, who will be pleased with such great comments. We hope to see you shop with us again.

Jenny
BMD

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Satisfied all across

Satisfied all across. Delivery and price are good. I recommend the business to anyone who is running a project in need of great materials.

22 April 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Thank you Olivier - we really appreciate when customers recommend us! 🤩

The BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

excellent

good company to deal with , friendly, professional, excellent service.

31 March 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Thank you Deborah, we really appreciate you taking the time to leave us such a great review. we hope to see you shop with us again.

The BMD Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Aggressive drivers

Driving on the M1 and driver was very aggressive, narrowly missing multiple accidents. Wouldn't put any support towards a company who take no consideration for others, particularly when in a vehicle that can kill an entire family in one.

21 February 2025
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi. As per your other reviews on other sites, we have passed this to our transport team to investigate. We have asked for your video footage to be sent to us at info@bmdgroup.co.uk (as we only have your screen shots) so we can review it in conjunction with our own on board vehicle cameras. We can assure you that we do take the safety of others very seriously.

Jenny
BMD Group

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The service from start to finish was…

The service from start to finish was first class and communication on delivery was above and beyond when I phoned office about my delivery time as I was working nice to see first class customer service

25 November 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Craig,

Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you found our service to be first class from start to finish. It’s wonderful to know that our team’s communication about your delivery exceeded your expectations, especially when accommodating your schedule. Your kind words about our customer service mean so much to us!

We look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EPS insulation 75mm

Great price, good communications and really helpful delivery driver. The product is widely available so these points are important.

22 November 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Steven,

Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you were happy with the price, communication, and our helpful delivery driver. We know that even widely available products benefit from great service, and we’re thrilled to have provided that experience for you.

We look forward to assisting you again in the future!

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Products fine, delivery and customer service unreliable. Don't use if you're on a deadline..

I was told 36 hours (at approx 1630) prior to delivery an item wasn't in stock and not available until the following week. I could work around this but the following day they informed me they had cancelled my delivery with the rest of the materials (this was on the day before delivery was due). Whilst they talk about understanding the frustration and impact they've caused, there wasn't much genuine effort made by the sales manager to help resolve the issue. My only option was to accept delivery at the next available opportunity at their convenience which I do not consider to be them making "every effort" to resolve the issue. A complete lack of taking accountability for the mistake putting all the risk and cost impact on the customer. I've had 2 successful orders prior to this and the products are good, albeit that the PIR insulation board delivered was a bit battered but I appreciate these are relatively fragile and I was able to work around the damaged sides.

27 November 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Dan,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your recent experience didn’t meet your expectations, and we’d like to address your concerns.

We understand the frustration caused by the delay, especially on a time-sensitive project. When we informed you on November 26th about the shortage of 18mm chipboard, we offered 22mm as an alternative to minimize disruption. We also appreciate that you requested a refund for the chipboard while still wanting the rest of the materials delivered on time.

Unfortunately, due to an unexpected transport issue, the entire delivery was held back, and we informed you on November 27th that delivery would only be possible early the following week. We sincerely apologize for the late notice and the impact this had on your schedule. Our sales manager, made every effort to provide alternatives and keep communication open, but we acknowledge that this situation caused significant inconvenience.

While we’re pleased to hear that you found the products on previous orders to be of good quality, we regret that this particular experience fell short. We’ve reviewed the circumstances to ensure that we can better handle similar situations in the future and provide improved reliability for our customers.

If there’s anything further we can do to make this right or regain your trust, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service

Amazing service
Fast delivery 🚚
Thank you

15 November 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Marcin,

Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our service amazing and were happy with the fast delivery. Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your kind words.

We look forward to serving you again in the future!

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They sent unusable extra pieces that I…

They sent unusable extra pieces that I had to then dispose of myself with several trips to the tip

21 October 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Chris,

Thank you for your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear about the inconvenience you experienced with the extra pieces. We’ve investigated this issue and couldn’t find any emails or records of calls regarding this matter. Our sales team has also confirmed they didn’t receive any communication on this, as we would have been more than willing to assist in resolving it promptly.

We’re unaware of any extra items included beyond what was ordered and assume this may have been the pallet or protective baseboard used to secure and protect the products during transit. If that’s the case, we apologize for any inconvenience it caused.

To help us minimize issues like this for future deliveries, we ask that any concerns with a delivery are reported via email. This helps us track and report to our transport team to improve the process for everyone.

If you’d like to discuss this further, please feel free to reach out directly. We’re here to help and would appreciate the opportunity to make things right.

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good communication

Good communication, smooth delivery

16 October 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Clive,

Thank you for your 5-star review! We're pleased to hear that you had a smooth delivery and appreciated the good communication throughout the process. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're glad everything went smoothly for you.

We look forward to assisting you again in the future!

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company

Great company. Fantastic service!
Very reliable services, delivery was fast and the materials are of good quality. Will use them again and recommend them.

17 September 2024
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Reply from Builders Merchant Direct

Hi Nick,

Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience with our service and found the delivery fast and the materials to be of great quality. It’s always our goal to be reliable, and we’re so glad we delivered for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to working with you again!

Many thanks,
Builders Merchant Direct

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