So You Don't Go Broke, Here Are Tips for Buying Your Own Materials

Want to build or renovate a house and want to buy your own materials? That's fine! But be careful—if you just buy, you could end up going over budget!

Let's take a look at these tips to keep your building material shopping safe, economical, and on target.

1. Write Down Your Needs First

Before running to the store or warehouse, make sure you know first:

• The area to be built/renovated
• The type of material needed
• Estimated volume of each (eg: need 10 sacks of cement, 50 sheets of bondek, etc.)

📝 Use the help of a handyman or architect to calculate your needs so you don't buy too much or too little.

2. Check Market Prices

Don't buy at the first place you see. Try:

• Compare prices from 2-3 suppliers
• Check prices online for an idea
• Ask for bulk prices if you buy in large quantities

📌 Cheap prices don't necessarily mean cheap if the quality is bad!

3. Prioritize Quality & SNI
Especially for main materials such as:

• Iron concrete (choose threaded & according to SNI)
• Cement (make sure it doesn't clump and expire)
• Wiremesh & bondek (must be straight and not easy to rust)
• Paint (pay attention to coverage & durability)

Good quality = durable = more economical in the long run.

4. Avoid Shopping Little by Little
If you already know the total needs, it's better to buy all at once:

• To save on shipping costs
• Avoid different colors/materials due to different batches
• Speed ​​up the work process of the craftsmen

5. Store Materials Properly
You've bought expensive items, don't let them get damaged due to incorrect storage:

• Store cement in a dry place and not directly on the floor
• Protect iron from rain so it doesn't rust
• Stack light materials on top, heavy ones on the bottom

6. Choose a Trusted Supplier
To be calm, choose a material store or distributor that:

• Is transparent about prices
• Can give recommendations according to your needs
• Has a good reputation and reviews

BONUS: Additional Tips
✅ Ask about returning goods if there are any damaged ones
✅ Check the expiration date for products such as cement and paint
✅ Don't be tempted by big discounts without checking the quality

Confused Where to Start?
PT Intisumber Bajasakti is ready to help you choose the best materials for your home project. Starting from iron, cement, bondek, wiremesh, to mortar, all can be consulted directly with our team.

💬 Consult your building material needs now with the PT Intisumber Bajasakti team! Contact us at (021) 66675999 or visit our website at intisumberbajasakti.com

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