Build It recorded the lowest basket for the selected building materials in February 2026, while BUCO remained the most expensive supplier. Basket totals ranged from N$7,404.77 at Build It to N$7,835.57 at BUCO, reflecting a price difference of N$430.80 between the cheapest and most expensive suppliers.
On a month-on-month basis, three of the four suppliers recorded lower basket prices in February, suggesting mild price ease for some building materials. BUCO was the only supplier to record an increase, with its basket rising by N$98.83 compared to January.
Key Takeaways for February
- Most Affordable: Build It (N$7,404.77)
- Highest Cost: BUCO (N$7,835.57)
- Largest Price Decline: Build It recorded the most significant monthly decrease, with its falling from N$7,563.90 in January to N$7,404.77 in February.
Build It’s lower basket was largely driven by competitive pricing in aluminium products and cement, particularly the aluminium sliding door (N$2,500.00) and aluminium window (N$799.91), which were noticeably cheaper compared to other suppliers.
Ark Trading remained competitive in basic structural materials, offering some of the lowest prices for bricks (N$2.58), brickforce rolls, and lintel concrete, ceiling boards, and steel door frame, making it an attractive option for foundational construction materials.
Pupkewitz maintained moderate pricing across most items, offering the lowest prices for the lockset, door hardboard, and paint. In contrast, BUCO generally recorded higher prices across several categories, with the copper tube being the only item priced competitively.
Conclusion & consumer takeaway
Overall, February 2026 saw moderate price adjustments, with most suppliers recording slight declines in their basket totals. Build It emerged as the most cost-effective supplier for the selected materials, while BUCO remained the highest-priced basket for the month.
For consumers undertaking larger building projects, Build It offered strong value for aluminium products and cement in February, while Pupkewitz provided better pricing for smaller finishing items such as paint and locksets.
