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BUCO Potchefstroom: Your Partner in Building the Future of Ikageng

In a dynamic community like Ikageng, growth, renovation, and the creation of new homes are ongoing processes that contribute directly to the strength and vibrancy of the area. For every resident, entrepreneur, and contractor working on a project,whether it's building a new dwelling, upgrading a business, or making essential home repairs,the success starts with reliable materials and trusted support.

Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom
Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom

BUCO Potchefstroom is dedicated to being the accessible and comprehensive building and hardware solution for the people of Ikageng.


Though located in nearby Potchindustria at 14 Forssman Street, BUCO Potchefstroom understands the unique needs of the surrounding communities. The store is meticulously structured as the single, essential hub that supplies over 107,000 items, encompassing every single step required, from laying the foundation to applying the final coat of paint.


The company's motto, “Let’s Build Together,” is a commitment to providing quality, affordability, and streamlined services to support the hard work of Ikageng’s builders and homeowners.

Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom
Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom

Essential Building Supplies for Every Ikageng Project

The core of BUCO Potchefstroom’s offering is its vast selection of heavy-duty materials, priced and prepared for the demands of the local market, including the Ikageng community.


For contractors and those building homes from the ground up, the store ensures a consistent supply of fundamental construction goods:

  • Foundation Materials: This includes cement in various strength classes (32.5MPa, 42.5MPa, and 52.5 MPa), as well as essential bulk aggregates such as quality sand, stone, and crushed stone.


  • Structural Support: The inventory includes a wide range of reliable bricks, structural steel, precast concrete items like lintels and columns, and reinforcing rods, ensuring the long-term strength of any structure.


  • Boards & Timber: Customers can find everything from Planed-All-Round (PAR) timber for framing to plywood, MDF, and melamine for cabinetry and roofing. The Board Cutting Service ensures materials are prepared to the exact measurements required for the site.


  • Roofing Expertise: A key specialist service is the Custom Roof Truss Design and Manufacturing.The store uses Mitek-certified engineered roof trusses which can be custom-built to match specific architectural plans, ensuring a safe and compliant roof structure for local housing and developments.

Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom
Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom

Home Improvement: From Renovation to Finish

For the dedicated DIYer in Ikageng focused on improving their current home, BUCO Potchefstroom provides expert advice and all the finishing materials needed to transform a space.


  • Paints & Décor: The store offers a wide selection of interior and exterior paints, including specialised roof and paving coatings. They provide paint-mixing and tinting services alongside expert advice on choosing the right primers, colours, and finishes to achieve a professional result.


  • Tiling & Flooring: A comprehensive range of tiling options, flooring, adhesives, and decorative moldings are available to complete kitchen, bathroom, and living area renovations.


  • Plumbing & Electrical: All essential household infrastructure is covered, including a full range of pipes, fittings, fixtures, valves, electrical cables, switches, and lighting solutions.


  • Hardware and Tools: From heavy-duty power tools and safety gear for contractors to every type of fastener, fitting, and hand tool required for simple home repairs, the hardware department is fully stocked.


Streamlined Services for Efficiency and Convenience

BUCO Potchefstroom understands that time and convenience are crucial, especially for the busy residents and contractors of Ikageng.


  • Dedicated Contractor Counters: For professionals, the store features dedicated counters for fast order placement, efficient payment, and rapid collection, helping tradesmen get back to the site quickly.


  • Reliable Delivery Service: The store offers reliable home and site delivery of materials directly to the customer’s address in Ikageng or the surrounding area. This convenience is essential for bulky items like cement, sand, and large timber loads.


  • Trade Account Options: To support local businesses and cash flow management, Contractor Credit and Trade Account facilities are available, enabling professionals to buy on terms.


Digital Tools to Manage Your Build: The Apps

BUCO provides powerful digital tools that make managing a construction project more efficient, linking the store directly to the customer's phone:


1. The BUCO GO App (Account Management): The BUCO GO App allows account holders to manage their business digitally:


  • View Financials: Instant access to account balances, invoices, statements, and Proofs of Delivery (PODs).


  • Secure Purchasing: Use a unique QR code for secure identification and transactions at the dedicated trade counters.


  • User Control: Easily manage and authorize individuals to transact on the account.

Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom
Image(Facebook) : BUCO Potchefstroom

2. The 2SO App (Project Management for Tradesmen):

Pronounced "Thuso" (meaning "help" in Sesotho), the 2SO App is a groundbreaking, free project management tool specifically built for South African contractors and tradesmen, with a direct link to BUCO.


  • End-to-End Project Control: Users can create professional, detailed quotes and invoices directly within the application.


  • Direct Ordering: Tradesmen can seamlessly browse the extensive BUCO catalogue and place material orders for their projects directly through the app.


  • Client Communication: The app utilizes in-app chat features for real-time communication with clients, enabling the management of progress updates and the reception of digital approvals instantly.


2. The 2SO App (Project Management for Tradesmen): The free 2SO App ("Thuso" - meaning "help") is an invaluable project management assistant for local tradesmen:


  • Quoting & Invoicing: Create professional, detailed quotes and invoices directly from a mobile device.


  • Direct Ordering: Browse the extensive BUCO catalogue and place material orders directly linked to a specific project.


  • Client Communication: Use the in-app chat for real-time client updates and digital approvals.


By providing a massive inventory, specialized services like truss manufacturing and board cutting, and practical digital tools, BUCO Potchefstroom ensures that every building or improvement project undertaken in Ikageng is supported with quality and expertise.

Contact Details - BUCO Potchefstroom


📞 018-280-0173

📍 14 Forssman Street, Potchindustria, Potchefstroom, South Africa

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