How to Source Building Materials from Guangzhou: A Step-by-Step Guide

Now more and more people start sourcing building materials from China. They are looking for a variety of materials like tiles, sanitary, doors & windows and lighting etc for their house or project. However, only you know where to go and how to nagigate the process then you can have the significant cost advantages for your purchase from here.

Guangzhou, located in the south of China, which is one of the country’s most important marketplace for building materials. As here there are several big wholesale markets with thousands of suppliers.

Today, we will guide you through the exact steps to source building materials from Guangzhou with confidence. I am sure our experience will help you.

• Have concept of the style and quality range you want. If you have no idea then try to search online and capture the favorite. This will save your time to get the right suppliers when you are here.
• If you are building your own villa or commercial project, prepare the building layout and BOQ (Bill of Quantities).
• Then work out a detailed or simple list of items needed. (e.g. floor tiles, wall tiles, toilets, vanities)
• As for tiles, work out the quantities you need, so you can quickly get the quote when you are here.

Please note that the more detailed your requirements, the faster to find the right supplier and easier to do comparison on cost and quality.

• Guangzhou: Well known for general building materials, like doors & windows, lighting, bathroom fitting, tiles etc. Some markets as below:

• • Nan’an Road Building Materials Zone. This zone has several big markets for building mateirals.
  • Wuzhou Deco Park
  • Tianjian building materials market.

• Foshan (nearby city): Good for tiles, bathroom fittings, doors & windows, also furniture. Some markets as below:

• • China Ceramics City
  • Huayi Building Materials Market
  • Sunlink Furniture Mall
  • Louvre Furniture Mall

• Zhongshan (nearby city): Famous for all kinds of lighting. There are so many manufacturers there.

Please note that we normally make a combine visits to all the cities mentioned. Since most clients prefer to stay in Guangzhou, so normally we will start the visiting from Guangzhou. Besides, you can also have idea about the price & quality difference by seeing those places.

• Pay a visit here. Since you are here, it will be easy for you to see actual quality, discuss price base on the right quality. Also talk on the customization efficiently with less mistake.
• If you are coming for first time or you have language issues, then a local sourcing agent (like us) can help:

• • Make proper visiting schedule
  • Guide you around the markets
  • Help with translation & negotiation
  • Save your time and avoid mistake.

• After the visit, you will see a lots of suppliers for different items.
• For each items, choose 2-3 suppliers you like and make comparison.
• As different suppliers will have different quotes, a simple comparison must base on that same quality and materials.
• Ask for samples if needed.
• Make sure the supplier offer proper packing to avoid damage during shipping.
• Make sure shipping terms offered. If they can not do free shipping to container, then it will cost you extra to book a truck to collect the goods.
• Compare based on quality, lead time, price, packaging, and shipping terms

Please note that a compile order list will help you get clear mind on the whole project. You will then see what is missed and what is correct.

• Once suppliers are selected, arrange the payment to start production.
• Do not pay 100% in advanced. Generally 30% deposit to start, 50% for customized order.
• Most payment to be T/T (Telegraphic Transfer).
• Sign legal contract can protect your right.
• A local agent can help verify payment details and sign local legal contract.

• Once production is done, inspection is very important. You should conduct:

• • Go to the supplier’s factory and do on-site inspection (quality, labeling, packaging)
  • If you can not go there then hire third-party for video-based inspection

• Consolidate goods from multiple suppliers into one container. Before doing this, should ask the supplier give correct packing info then calculate correctly to make sure if all the goods can be load into one 20ft container or 40HQ container.
• Supervise loading and issue shipping documents. As for loading, some heavy items should be loaded at the bottom of the container, so when the truck is moving, the heavy goods won’t fall down.

A good sourcing agent(Like Tanndy Ltd), we will handle all steps from inspection to export documentation. We will do careful inspection and send detailed report.

Guangzhou is one of the most important city for building materials in the south of China. It has good location, countless suppliers and thorough service system from funding to export.

• Fantastic location near major ports (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Foshan), convenient for export.
• Close to hundreds of building materials factories in Guangdong province
• Several big wholesale markets with thousands of showrooms in one city
• Strong supply chain for tiles, doors & windows, sanitary ware, lighting, hotel supplies, and more
• Direct international flights(Baiyun airport) + visa-friendly for sourcing trips
• Many shipping agents in this city offering good and competitive shipping solution

It’s only 40 mins by drive to Foshan (For tiles and furniture) and 1 hour by drive to Zhongshan (For lighting).

We guide you to the right markets depending on your project type.

Q: How many days to visit there?
A: Normally a 5-7 days visit will be enough.

Q: Can I source without coming to China?
A: Visit the markets here will help you understand the right quality and efficiently finish the sourcing.

Q: Do they speak English in the market?
A: Most of them can not speak English.

Q: Does the market open at weekend?
A: Yes, always open.

If you do not have rich experience with sourcing building materials from here, then a professional sourcing agent like us will help you in every step of the process.

We are based in Guangzhou and can help you from market guide, supplier visit, price negotiation, translation, inspection to shipping.

What we offer and key feature:

• One stop sourcing – From guiding, buying, consolidation to shipping.
• Manufacturer resource – Can save your cost with going direct.
• Careful inspection – Help you control the right quality.
• 20 years expertise – Make your sourcing smooth and profitable.

We’ve worked with buyers from 50+ countries. Let us support your next project.

Whether you are building your own villa, renovating an apartment or building a new hotel, Guangzhou could be your ideal place for sourcing. From building materials, furniture to hotel supplies.

If you know well about sourcing from here or hire a reliable local agent, then your purchase will be smooth and profitable.

Contact us today and let our team support your next project.

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