Benefits of an Account

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Why do I need a Travis Perkins trade account?

Whether you’re a painter & decorator, electrician, plumber or builder we want to offer you everything you need to keep your business running smoothly, and opening an account is quick and easy to do. 

What are the benefits of opening a trade credit account? 

It can be difficult to pay for materials for a job you haven't received payment for, especially when you're self-employed or a small business. With the flexibility of a trade credit account you can spend up to your credit limit and enjoy a minimum of 30 days interest free credit.

• Trade only prices - a little can make a big difference, which is why we give you trade only prices straight away 

• FREE branch delivery* - get the products you need when you need them, and track your delivery from a branch every step of the way

• Manage your account online - access your account 24/7 and manage your finances when you need to. You can pay invoices, place an order ready for your next job or buy the products you’ve bought before with a simple click of a button

• Minimum 30 days interest free credit - spend up to your credit limit and pay a minimum of 30 days later - interest free

• Use your account online, in branch or via the TP App - use your TP account wherever you are. Whether you’re visiting your local TP branch, shopping online or on the TP App, we’re here when you need us 

• Use your account at Benchmarx stores - use your trade account at any Benchmarx Kitchens and Joinery branch, where you can buy kitchens, specialist joinery, kitchen appliances and more.

• Arrange your tool hire with ease - with a trade credit account you don’t need to pay a deposit for your tool hire. We’ll deliver or collect your tool hire equipment when you need us to 

What are the benefits of opening a trade cash account?

A trade cash account will give you many of the same benefits as a trade credit account, but you have the convenience of paying as you go rather than managing monthly invoices.

• Use your account in less than three minutes - that’s right! It’s so quick and easy to open up a TP trade cash account - just answer a few questions and away you go!

• Receive the discounts you’ve agreed In-branch - all of your personal prices that you’ve agreed with your local Travis Perkins branch, will be available on your online account

Why should I manage my trade account online or on the TP App?

In addition to the above benefits, an online trade account will save you valuable time and give you complete control of your finances when you need it most - at home, on site, on the go. 

As well as viewing your order history, you can save delivery addresses and payment details. With a credit account you can also track your spending, review and pay invoices, and view credit notes.

• Keep track of your orders - view your order history to see the products that you’ve previously ordered. Select to buy them again with a click of a button - saving you time 

• Pay for your items securely online - with both credit and cash accounts, you can pay securely online with ease - wherever you are

• View your invoices in one place - no need to trawl through lots of paperwork when you can view all of your invoices in one convenient place

• Shared access - add multiple users to help manage your account - saving you time

• Buy again - view all of the products you’ve bought before, in branch and online, and simply buy them again with a single click

Already created an offline account in your local branch?

If you created an account after the 22nd of August 2018, you’ll already have an online account automatically set up. You can log in here to start saving.

If you signed up for an account before the 22nd of August 2018, then you’ll need to register it online. Click here to find out how.

If you've got any questions, you can call our dedicated customer service team on: 0330 123 3846 or email: customerservice@travisperkins.co.uk

Download the TP App

All trade account holders can log in to their account on their mobile - wherever they are. You can buy building materials, pay invoices, check stock, find your local branch, and much more. So download the TP App to start shopping and saving.

*Free branch delivery when you spend £100 inc VAT. Delivery charges for tool and equipment hire, and Benchmarx Kitchens and Joinery may apply.