Second Hand Building Materials Johannesburg

From a small job to a full build, our free service makes it easy to price second hand building materials in Johannesburg. Your request goes to a building-supply merchant who knows Johannesburg and the rest of Gauteng, so you get an accurate quote and can compare it before you commit.

Second Hand Building Materials for Johannesburg homes and businesses

Homeowners, builders and DIY renovators in Johannesburg look for second hand building materials for outbuildings, repairs, feature walls and character renovations. Independent reclaim yards, demolition contractors and suppliers serving Gauteng can quote on reclaimed bricks, roofing, timber, doors and windows, with loading and delivery.

Want to know more first? Our second hand building materials guide covers the options, what affects the price and what to check before you go ahead.

Building conditions in Johannesburg

Johannesburg has a huge stock of older homes in suburbs such as Melville, Parkhurst and Kensington, where renovations, extensions, new kitchens and bathrooms make up much of the building work. Many of these houses predate modern building regulations, so contractors often find damp, roof leaks and cracked walls to deal with. Rocky quartzite ridges in some suburbs make excavation slower, while clay soils elsewhere need well-designed foundations. Building plans are submitted to the City of Johannesburg, and heritage rules can apply to buildings older than 60 years. Summer hail and thunderstorms regularly damage roofs, and inner-city conversions add commercial and residential refurbishment work.

Stacks of reclaimed clay bricks, old timber beams and used doors at a South African demolition yard

Typical second hand building materials requests in the area come from:

Homeowners: homeowners use reclaimed face bricks and old timber for braai areas, features and repairs
Township homes and backyard rooms: families build backyard rooms and boundary walls with second hand bricks, doors and sheets
Townhouse complexes: body corporates source used tiles and bricks to match existing units after damage
Shops and offices: shops and restaurants use reclaimed timber and brick for rustic interior fit-outs
Security and lifestyle estates: estate homes add character with reclaimed timber beams, flooring and old face bricks
Warehouses and workshops: workshops buy used steel sections, roof sheets and gates for yards and storage

Why get a quote in Johannesburg first?

Agreeing to the first price you hear can cost more than you expect. By requesting a quote for Johannesburg, you can check the product, grade, quantity and delivery terms, and find a building-supply merchant you can call again.

What to include in your request

Exactly what you need, with sizes and quantities
Photos of items you want to match on an existing building
How flexible you are on colour, size and condition
Whether cleaning, loading and delivery are needed
Delivery address and when you need the materials

The more detail you give, the more accurate your quote will be.

Delivery area: Johannesburg and surrounds

Merchants on our network deliver in Johannesburg and surrounding areas, including Rosebank, Melville, Soweto, Booysens, Bedfordview, Parktown, Ormonde, or have yards where you can collect smaller orders. Many can also recommend a builder.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy second hand building materials in Johannesburg?

Builders' merchants, hardware stores and specialist yards serve Johannesburg. Send one request and a supplier covering Gauteng will quote you on price, stock and delivery.

Can I get second hand building materials delivered to site in Johannesburg?

Most merchants in Johannesburg deliver, usually with a charge based on distance and load size. Mention access for a large truck or crane truck so the quote matches your site.

Do you offer trade or bulk prices?

We don't sell anything ourselves. Merchants often give better prices on full loads and pallets and to builders with accounts, so list full quantities in your request.

Second Hand Building Materials in Johannesburg