April 2025’s hardware price survey reveals significant shifts in pricing across Windhoek’s leading hardware retailers.
Pupkewitz Megabuild continues to offer the most affordable prices, maintaining its position as the top choice for cost-conscious buyers.
Meanwhile, BUCO has recorded the highest price increase, while Build it is the only supplier to reduce overall costs.
This report analyses price trends and rankings among Pupkewitz, BUCO, Ark Trading, and Build it to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions.
Overall Cost Comparison
The total costs for each supplier in March and April 2025 are as follows:
- Pupkewitz: Increased from N$ 7,151.98 to N$ 7,314.41 (+2.3%)
- Build-it: Decreased from N$ 7,535.16 to N$ 7,397.23 (-1.8%)
- Ark-Trading: Increased from N$ 7,495.25 to N$ 7,602.24 (+1.4%)
- BUCO: Increased from N$ 8,028.38 to N$ 8,281.99 (+3.2%)
Pupkewitz remains the most budget-friendly retailer, while BUCO continues to be the priciest option. Build it stands out as the only supplier to lower its prices this month.
Notable Price Increases
- Aluminium Sliding Door (Bronze): BUCO recorded the highest jump (N$ 3,135.57 → N$ 3,298.99, +5.2%).
- Aluminium Window (Bronze): BUCO led with a 13.4% increase (N$ 925.39 → N$ 1,049.00).
- Ceiling Board: Ark Trading had the biggest hike (N$ 190.18 → N$ 202.64, +6.6%).
- Copper Tube 460 Class 0: Pupkewitz Megabuild saw a slight rise (N$ 599.94 → N$ 609.99, +1.7%).
Notable Price Decreases
- Brickforce 150MM 15M Roll: Pupkewitz Megabuild recorded the biggest drop (N$ 17.44 → N$ 15.85, -9.1%).
- Brickforce 75MM 15M Roll: Ark Trading’s price fell from N$ 15.98 to N$ 14.27 (-10.7%).
- Roofing Galvanized IBR: Pupkewitz Megabuild saw a minor decline (N$ 654.99 → N$ 644.00, -1.7%).
Supplier Performance Rankings
- Most Affordable: Pupkewitz remains the cheapest overall.
- Biggest Price Hike: BUCO recorded the highest increase.
- Price Reduction: Only Build it decreased its total costs, making it the best option for budget-conscious shoppers.
Survey Overview
The monthly hardware price survey, conducted by The Brief, tracks construction material prices across Namibia’s leading retailers. This survey serves as a vital resource for contractors, businesses, and homeowners looking for cost-effective options.
Surveyed Items List:
- Roofing Galvanized IBR Copper Tube 460 Class 0
- Aluminium Window (Bronze)
- Aluminium Sliding Door (Bronze)
- Brick 7 MPA
- Brickforce 150MM 15M Roll
- Brickforce 75MM 15M Roll
- Lintel Concrete 1200X110X75MM
- Lintel Concrete 1800X110X75MM
- Lintel Concrete 900X110X75MM
- Ceiling Board 1200X3000X6.4MM
- Door Frame Steel 813X2032X115X1MM
- Lockset 2 Lever
- Interior Hardboard Door 813X2032MM
- 32.5 Cement Ohorongo
- 42.5 Cement Ohorongo
- Paint 20 Liters
