Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to questions about how using Building Spares Market works
How do I purchase an item?
If you want to buy something you see on Building Spares Market, create an account (or log in to your existing account) and go to the advert page to send the seller a message. Look for the Send Private Message button on the advert page. You will receive an email notification when the seller replies to your message.
How do I sell something on Building Spares Market?
To create an advert on Building Spares Market, create an account (or log in to your existing account) and go to the Create an Advert page in the main menu. Creating an advert only takes about 2 minutes.
Is Building Spares Market free?
Yes, Building Spares Market is free to use. We may introduce optional paid for features at a later date.
Will I get an email notification if someone contacts me about an advert I’ve made?
After you post an advert, people will contact you through your contact page if they are interested in the advert. Messages will go to your account message inbox, and you will automatically receive an email notification whenever a message is sent to you.
How do I change an advert I’ve created?
You can edit your existing adverts by signing into your account and going to the Manage Adverts tab in the main menu.
Can I give something away for free?
Yes. You are allowed to list items for free on Building Spares Market.
How do I change my account details?
You can edit your account details by signing into your account and going to your account page and adjusting the settings.
I have a concern about a listing on the site. What should I do?
If you have any concerns about a listing you’ve seen on Building Spares Market, you can contact us using the contact form.
Will you hassle me with all kinds of emails and nonsense after I sign up?
We keep all communication to an absolute minimum. Normally, you will just receive sign up confirmation emails and email notifications when someone sends you a message about an advert you have created.
How do I opt out of notifications?
You can opt out of notifications by signing into your account and changing the settings in your account profile.
