MKM Building Supplies Reviews 

376
TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.5

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Evaluating 104 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently praise the helpful and friendly staff members across branches, noting that local teams consistently go above and beyond to provide excellent guidance, professional advice, and dedicated support. Consumers also highlight the fast and reliable delivery service, frequently mentioning that orders arrive promptly with polite drivers who take great care with the goods. Some reviewers were not happy with occasional delivery delays, poor scheduling communication, and unexpected waiting times. Others mentioned receiving incorrect or damaged products, along with frustrating responses from management when trying to resolve problems.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Lowest online price, including delivery, that I could find in my area. Delivery took 2 weeks which was fine by me. Helpful and friendly driver delivered, all my items were undamaged and good quality.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ed, at the Trafford park site has been absolutely fantastic with his customer service. He followed up with two calls to ensure the tools hired were ok! Genuinely the best customer service you can as... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We recently did a full kitchen refurb, absolutely over the moon. The whole process start to finish was great. Michelle the kitchen designer was friendly yet professional and had some great ideas, our... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whilst building our home on the Isle of Mull, we used MKM in Oban. They where absolutely fantastic, priced matched when they could, we had no issues either deliveries, which were free, always sup... See more

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Company details

  1. Hardware Store
  2. Do-it-Yourself Shop

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MKM is the UK’s proper builder’s merchant. We have branches across England, Scotland & Wales. Founded in 1995, we have branches across the length and breadth of the United Kingdom from Redruth to Elgin, Norwich and Llandudno. Founded in 1995 in Hull, and grown to over 140 branches nationwide. Known for our unique model where branches are part-owned by local directors, we supply building materials, timber, plumbing, heating, kitchens, and bathrooms to trade and DIY customers. We pride ourselves on: Customer Focus: Serving both professional tradespeople and DIYers, offering a "people-first" approach and specialised service. Product Range: Extensive stock includes building materials, landscaping, timber, plumbing, heating, and specialized kitchen/bathroom showrooms. Local Expertise: Each branch is managed by local directors, ensuring expert, tailored advice and strong community relationships. Services: We provide free, in-house 3D design services for kitchens and bathrooms, as well as tool hire. Free local delivery: Order in-branch, online (website or app) or over the phone with free local delivery!


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MKM Peterhead

I have dealt with a number of builders yards in my time, most knowledgeable and helpful.

None have came close to the service I receive at MKM Peterhead.

Gavin is particularly good, giving same day quotes, next day delivery and calling to advise on the rare delay.

The delivery drivers take the time and effort to chat as they unload, remembering conversations past.

The office staff call to advise when to expect delivery.

This branch is a credit to the company and an example to others.

7 August 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Hull was a waste of time

Hull was a waste of time. Really good show room but little else. Spent a few hours their then recieved a quote that said kitchen but it was for bathrooms. Quote with no details as to what the description was so plumber couldnt order as product not known. Called several times no reply no one returned my call.

14 July 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Great Initial Experience - But Awful Knowledge of Consumer Rights

A really disappointing experience that had all started off so well. We ordered a high-end bath from MKM, which arrived in just a few days and was delivered by an incredibly friendly driver. The bath turned out to be too narrow to comfortably sit in (and we're only of average size) so we asked for our options on a return.

This is when it all turned sour.

MKM said that since they'd had to specially order the bath in, their supplier would be charging us a 25% restocking fee. Not only had this never been stated in any T&Cs, but MKM also failed to understand that our contract was never with their third party supplier and that we couldn't be forced to agree to their additional terms. Upon making this clear, the restocking fee was magically dropped and so we returned the bath to MKM Chichester. Where we should have then received a refund, MKM refused to issue it until their supplier had collected the bath from the branch - a clear breach of our consumer rights under distance selling regulations. Branch directors Richard and Peter refused to engage in any discussion of this and only issued the refund a week later. Sales manager (also Richard) gave me the standard "I'm just doing my job mate" excuse and that was the end of our experience with MKM.

2 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Quality paving

A family member recommended this company for my paving. MKM Chichester assisted me with my order, and the collection was made by our landscape contractors. Very efficient and the paving is great quality would definitely recommend.

1 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

I was unsure on what paint and products to purchase from my local MKM, a lady who worked there took her time to explain the products in detail, advise on what I needed and took the time to open some sample paints so I could match them up. The lady always serves customers with a smile and a great attitude, she’s a credit to MKM.

1 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot fault the company

I cannot fault the company, quality of the product or the driver. We had a tricky place to off-load the bags, desperately hoping they could off-load in an awkward place, at the back, at the top of a hill. The company were extremely accommodating, friendly on the phone, the driver exceptional in his help and advice, and (for someone who has never dealt with a building supply company ordering this quantity before) I found the whole experience 100% positive.
I've just got to wheelbarrow 100 loads down the hill now, rather than (as I feared) up hill. Thank you so much. Definitely using you again.

25 June 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service

Bought some additional Symphony Kitchen units from MKM Wakefield. They all arrived on time and as per the order. Great service from Jasmin who resolved a couple of nuances we had with some older units. I would say that Jasmin went beyond the service we'd normally expect and we would use MKM Wakefield again without hesitation.

17 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MKM driver/delivery guy!

MKM driver review….
Aaron from Chelmsford site delivered my fence panels and he was outstanding!
A great guy, credit to the Chelmsford branch.

8 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MKM Wakefield

Great customer service when ordering goods and an exceptional delivery driver, who delivered heavy materials to a property in Harrogate with very limited access, great work

7 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MKM Stirling, Scotland

First class services from ordering and very helpful. Wasn't able to take all fence slat and rough sawn carcassing wood in car so did 2 runs but couldn't fit rough sawn wood in my wee A1, Josh was very helpful yard man and went to speak to someone they took my address and will try deliver tonight if a driver comes back in time if not will be tomorrow. I can't thank them enough. Have dealt with them a few times now and each time first class services your MKM Stirling branch are.

31 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome service throughout

Thank you to James vigor for making an urgent delivery of 4 ton sharp sand today. My mistake entirely.
Ordered at 8:15 and was delivered by 11:15.
Awesome company to buy.
Can’t thank you enough
Waheeda Azmi-Westwood

20 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New kitchen

I bought a kitchen from mkm Birkenhead, dealt with a lovely lady called Carla, she was so helpful, an nothing was too much trouble. I had a fault with a plinth, it was only a slight mark which was prbably damaged in transit but told Carla an was sent replacement the very next day. Excellent customer service.

18 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor service all round

Ist time using MKM Stirling and never again. I am always loathe to write negative reviews but feel the need to warn others. Ordered a bulk bag of aggregate for home delivery, wasn't given a time but told it was going to be pm. Driver arrived unannounced 8am and just as well as I checked as it was the wrong aggregate. It was sent back, I went to the store to find out what went wrong,was told the one we ordered was never in stock anyway and they substituted another aggregate - without informing us first. We ordered another bag for delivery, was told it would be Tuesday, waited in all day - never arrived. Went to store next day to cancel order, staff completely indifferent, not a hint of an apology. Sorry MKM, but your customer interaction skills are zero.
Plenty of choice in Stirling area, don't choose MKM.

13 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paving slabs - why not to purchase online

In need of refreshing our patio area and initially set about this on the Internet. Then had the good sense to call into MKM in Norwich and spoke with Kevin. With his invaluable advice and patience I was able to select the sandstone slabs I required (and see and touch them for real - in contrast to my search efforts on the Internet). A fair price was given and delivered as promised. A positive and satisfying experience.

26 April 2024
Unprompted review

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