About BuildDirect
BuildDirect is an online building materials and home improvement retailer specializing in flooring, tile, roofing, siding, decking, and other construction materials purchased directly from manufacturers and shipped to consumers. By cutting out middlemen and selling direct, BuildDirect offers flooring and building materials at 30–60% below traditional lumberyard and home improvement store prices.
The platform is particularly strong for flooring (hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl plank, tile) and carries an extensive selection of materials for both DIY homeowners and professional contractors. Their Floorvana app helps visualize how different flooring looks in your room before ordering.
BuildDirect's TRYvertising program allows customers to order samples for a small fee before committing to a full flooring order—a critical step for making confident buying decisions. Bulk orders by the pallet for larger projects yield the best per-unit pricing.
Quick Savings Tips
- Order samples before committing to flooring—a small sample fee saves costly mistakes
- Prices are 30–60% less than Home Depot or Lowe's for comparable quality flooring
- Buy by the pallet when possible—per-square-foot cost drops significantly on larger orders
- Free shipping on all orders makes the savings genuine vs. brick-and-mortar
- Use the Floorvana room visualizer to preview flooring choices before ordering