Building Potch Together: Why Build It Potchefstroom is More Than Just a Hardware Store
- Charlene Bekker
- 2 hours ago
- 3 min read
In the heart of the North West, where the academic energy of North-West University meets the industrious spirit of our local builders, something more than just houses is being constructed.
Potchefstroom is growing, evolving, and modernizing. At the center of this transformation,located at 46 Wolmarans Street,is a business that has become a cornerstone of our regional economy: Build It Potchefstroom.
Recently crowned with the "Best of Potch 2025" Readers' Choice Award, Build It Potchefstroom isn’t your typical "big-box" corporate retailer. It represents a unique "voluntary trading" model,combining the massive procurement power of the national SPAR Group with the heart, soul, and agility of local ownership.2
The "Yes We Can!" Philosophy in Action
Walking into Build It isn’t just about buying a bag of cement; it’s about finding a partner for your project. The store operates under a simple but powerful motto: "Yes We Can!" Whether you are a father building a DIY bookshelf or a contractor overseeing a multi-million rand student housing development, this proactive culture defines every interaction.
Solving the Student Housing Crisis
Potchefstroom is currently facing a "silent housing crisis," with a deficit of over 500,000 student beds nationally. This has sparked a construction boom across the city. Build It Potchefstroom has stepped up as a vital strategic supplier for Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA).
From SABS-approved foundational materials like cement and timber to the modern finishes Gen Z students crave,think Plascon decorative paints, high-efficiency plumbing, and contemporary tiling,the store provides the "wet works" and the "wow factor" under one roof.
Empowering Our Contractors: The Technical Edge
For the professional builder, time is money and waste is the enemy. Statistics show that on-site wastage in South Africa can range from 10% to 30%. Build It Potchefstroom tackles this productivity crisis head-on with Technical Value-Added Services:
Plan Reading & Quantification: Their experts translate architectural blueprints into exact material lists, ensuring you don’t over-order or run short mid-pour.
On-Site Customization: With precision glass and board cutting, materials arrive ready for installation.
Logistical Support: Their reliable delivery fleet means contractors don’t need to maintain their own heavy vehicles, lowering overhead costs significantly.
The store also acts as a hub for professional growth, recently hosting the PIRB (Plumbing Industry Registration Board) Roadshow to keep local tradespeople at the cutting edge of industry standards.
A Lifestyle Hub: Coffee, Cars, and Community
Build It has reimagined the retail experience. Why should buying hardware be a chore?
While your materials are being loaded or your paint is being mixed at the state-of-the-art tinting station, you can visit the in-store coffee shop.
It’s a space where contractors meet clients and families discuss kitchen renovations over a latte. Need your bakkie cleaned? The on-site car wash ensures you leave the store more refreshed than when you arrived.
Building the Future of Potch
Beyond the bricks and mortar, Build It Potchefstroom is deeply invested in the people of the North West. For 18 years, the brand has championed the Under-13 Soccer Development program, alongside netball and rugby festivals. When they aren't sponsoring sports, they are actively involved in renovating local schools and crèches, ensuring that the next generation has a sturdy foundation,literally and figuratively.
Whether it’s a Tjhoko Paint workshop for DIY enthusiasts or massive giveaways like the recent Hyundai H100 "bakkie" promotion, the store remains a vibrant part of our daily lives.
Your Project Starts Here
Build It Potchefstroom is a testament to what happens when local entrepreneurship meets national scale. It’s a place where you are treated like family, and where your construction challenges are met with expert solutions.
Ready to start your next project?
Visit us at 46 Wolmarans Street, Potchefstroom, or download the Build It 2U app to track your orders in real-time. Let’s build Potch, together.
Build It Information
Office: 018-297-6608
Mobile: 083-303-6865
WhatsApp: 083-303-6865
E-mail: marketing@potchbuildit.com
Address : 46 Wolmerans Street, Potchefstroom, South Africa
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