Building, Plumbing and Heating Supplies

Customer Service

You’ll find our team friendly, problem-solving and responsive.
To make sure you get the answer you want as quickly as possible, please select from the options below:

Get in Touch

Get In Touch

General Enquiries

Live Chat – open a new chat using the icon at the bottom right of the page
Contact Us Form – fill in the form below
Telephone 01529 308839
Post – Turnbull & Company Ltd, 95 Southgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RQ

Our live chat and telephone lines are open 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays.

Accounts Queries

Email[email protected]
Telephone – 01529 303025
Post – FAO: Accounts, Turnbull & Company Ltd, 95 Southgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RQ

General FAQs

General FAQs

What are your branch opening hours?

Our Building & Plumbing branches are open:
Monday – Friday 7.30am – 5pm
Saturday 7.30am – 12.30pm

Our online team is available from Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

For more information about our branches please visit our branch summary page.

Which payment cards do you accept?

We accept all UK credit or debit cards except those issued by American Express.

Can I buy any Turnbull product via the website?

We are rapidly expanding our online range, and we do have most of our range online but if you can’t find what you’re looking for please contact your nearest Branch, who would be happy to help.

Do I need to have an online account to order from the website?

You can checkout as a guest, but the option to create an online account will be available throughout the checkout process.
This would allow you to keep track of your purchases – handy if you’re looking to make frequent orders!

Do I need to have a trade account to purchase from you?

Not at all.  Both the website and our branches are open to anyone to purchase our products at competitive prices, and a trade account is not required.

I've placed an order online and it says "backorder". Why is this?

If you’ve placed an order online and received an acknowledgment stating it’s on “backorder”, you need not worry.

Your order has been received at our Online Branch to be processed, rather than one of our physical branches.
As our Online Branch doesn’t carry stock, our system automatically assigns the order as “on backorder”.

Our Team will promptly process your order, transfer it to the appropriate branch and send you an up to date copy of your order acknowledgment.

If you have any queries on this, please don’t hesitate to contact the Online Team on 01529 308839.

I've received more than one acknowledgment for my order?

Orders placed online for delivery will first come into our Online Branch, and an acknowledgment sent to the customer.

As your order is being processed, it will be transferred to another branch to allocate stock, and a new acknowledgment will be sent to you.

Your order isn’t duplicated at any point in this process, simply transferred between branches.

If you have any queries regarding this, please don’t hesitate to contact the Online Team on 01529 308839.

Delivery Information

Delivery Information

  • FREE delivery is available if the delivery address is within a 20 mile radius of one of our branches
  • We deliver to Brigg, Newark, Sleaford, Lincoln, Spalding, Boston, Horncastle and their respective surrounding areas
  • We deliver Monday to Friday, between 7.30am to 5pm
  • Delivery within 3 working days from time of order, subject to stock availability
  • We’ll call you after purchase with the expected delivery date from your local branch or the online team
  • For bulky items which may require use of our larger vehicles, we will contact you to discuss access

Delivery by Home Delivery Service Van

Order from our range of building and plumbing materials* either directly with your nearest branch or online and we will deliver to your home.

*Please note: We can only deliver certain products by van due to weight and size restrictions. Larger, heavier products can be delivered by HGV.

Delivery is within 3 working days, subject to stock availability (Monday to Friday only).

What to do:

  • Call your nearest Turnbull branch or order online.
  • We’ll contact you to confirm your order and your delivery details.
  • If there is a longer delivery time for your order due to delays from particular suppliers or transfer of goods between branches, we’ll let you know.  You can, of course, wait for your goods and we’ll keep you informed, or we might be able to offer a suitable substitute.
  • If you decide to cancel, we will provide a full refund.

Where is this service available?

This service is available at all our branches.

Delivery by Branches' HGV fleet

We deliver heavy and bulky items using our Heavy Goods crane vehicles out of our branches.

Delivery is within 3 working days, subject to tock availability (Monday to Friday only).

What to do:

  • Call your nearest Turnbull branch or order online.
  • We’ll contact you to confirm your order and your delivery details.
  • If there is a longer delivery time for your order due to delays from particular suppliers or transfer of goods between branches, we’ll let you know. You can, of course, wait for your goods and we’ll keep you informed, or we might be able to offer a suitable substitute.
  • We will update you of any change to HGV availability.
  • If you decide to cancel, we will provide a full refund.

Where is this service available?

This service is available at  all our branches.

Delivery is within a 20mile radius of each branch, or at the Manager’s discretion.

Free Local Delivery

Delivery FAQs

Delivery Questions Answered

Where do you deliver to?

We deliver within a 20 mile radius from our branches across Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, covering Brigg, Lincoln, Newark, Sleaford, Horncastle and Spalding and surrounding areas.

How do I know if I am within a 20 mile radius?

We estimate your distance from our branches using Google’s distance calculator, and the website will not allow you to checkout if you are outside this radius for dleivery.

Sometimes this tool doesn’t select the most practical route, so if you think it’s made a mistake, get in touch with your nearest branch and we’ll try hard to fulfil your order.

Do I have to be home to take delivery?

We would prefer for someone to accept delivery to ensure your order has arrived safely, but we can appreciate that this is not always possible.

If for any reason there is no-one available to accept delivery, our drivers will first contact the named delivery person on your order for advice on where to leave the delivery.

Otherwise, our drivers will leave your goods in a sensibly safe place at their discretion.

If I order today, when will my delivery come?

Delivery is usually within 3 working days from time of order, subject to stock availability (Monday to Friday only).

Am I able to choose a specific delivery date? How do I find out my scheduled delivery date?

Feel free to submit any requests in the Delivery Instruction box in checkout.  Requests cannot be guaranteed but we will do our best to meet them or advise of the next soonest date.

Once your online order has been processed and planned for delivery, you will be contacted by either your local branch or the online team with your expected delivery date.

What happens if my delivery is delayed?

If, due to unforeseen circumstances, we are unable to deliver on the confirmed delivery date, we’ll contact you as soon as possible to arrange an alternative date.  We cannot accept liability for any costs due to delayed delivery.

If the delivery arrives late, can I charge you for my builders’ time?

We cannot be held responsible for any delays beyond our control. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further details.

What if something is damaged?

Always check your order before signing for it. Damaged goods must be reported to us within 48 hours of delivery along with photographs of damage. Let the delivery driver know when you sign the delivery receipt and contact us as soon as possible on [email protected] or call 01529 308839.

Click and Collect

Click and Collect Information

Collecting your order

If you decide to collect your goods at one of our branches, you’ll need to bring the following documentation:

  • Order confirmation – a paper copy or confirmation email via phone
  • Photo ID – passport or driving licence.

Collecting on behalf of someone else

You can collect goods for someone else, or ask someone to collect on your behalf with the following documentation:

  • Order confirmation – paper copy or confirmation email via phone
  • Photo ID – passport or driving licence of the person who has placed the order

You will also need to tell us prior to collection who the named driver / person is.

Disclaimer

Regretfully, we will not hand over goods if the above criteria have not been met.  It’s a necessary safeguard to make sure your goods go to the right person.

Click and Collect FAQ

Click and Collect Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know my order is in my chosen branch and ready for collection?

We’ll contact you by phone or email you to let you know as soon as your order is ready for collection.

Do I go to the main sales counter?

Yes!

When is my selected branch open?

Turnbull branches are open Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 5pm, and Saturday from 7.30am to 12.30pm. You can collect ordered goods between these times.

What do I need to bring with me to make sure I get the right order?

You’ll need a copy of your order confirmation, either a paper copy or email order reference which will be on the order confirmation email, and photo ID.
If you are a trade customer, you’ll need your account details.

How much time do I have to collect an order?

If you can’t collect your order on the day you have selected, we will keep it for a further three days.

Why is it important to inspect my goods on collection?

The goods are your responsibility once you’ve collected them, so it’s important to take time to check their condition before you leave the store. Of course, if in the unlikely case you have a concern, we’ll do everything we can to put things right quickly.

What happens if I don't collect within the three days after the due collection date?

If you still don’t collect your goods, we’ll end our contract of sale with you. If goods have been paid for, we’ll refund your money.

Can I cancel my order?

You may cancel an order up to 24 hours before the agreed collection date. You can also cancel an order under our Customer Terms and Conditions , for example if we can’t provide your goods for collection within a reasonable amount of time because the product is out of stock or there is a substantial delay from a supplier. Let us know by email at [email protected] with your name, details of the order and your phone number and email address or complete this form.

Can I change my chosen Click and Collect branch after I have ordered?

If you believe you have made an error with your order, please don’t hesitate to contact our online sales team on 01529 308839, and they will do their best to assist you and advise further.

Can I return goods I have bought via Click and Collect?

Of course. You’ll need to return the products to the branch you chose for collection. You can find the details of our Returns Policy here.

Returns and Refunds FAQs

Returns and Refunds FAQs

What do I do if there is a problem with my order?

If you have any missing or faulty items, or if there is anything wrong with your order when it arrives, please contact us by phone on 01529 308839 or send an email to [email protected].
We will let you know what to do next.

Can I return goods bought via Click and Collect?

Of course. You’ll need to return the products to the branch you chose for collection. You can find the details of our Returns Policy here.

Can I return unused materials?

We can only accept full, unopened packs or products, and will be subject to a re-handling fee.

We are unable to accept loose, leftover materials back.  Please refer to our Returns Policy for more information.

How long does it take to get a refund?

Once your refund has been processed it can take up to 6 working days to return to your account or card.  Payments will be credited against the original card holder’s payment details where possible.

Trade Login FAQs

I have an account with my local branch. Can I access it on the website?

In order to access your account with us online, you will need a login for this. We have set-up some customers already who have received this information to the email address linked with their accounts, and they can login straight away.

If you haven’t received an email from us,  you can fill in this form and we’ll convert your branch account for use online, giving you the convenience of accessing your previous invoices and statements whenever you’d like, and more.

How do I go about getting an account?

We have different account types to suit different customers. Please check out our new accounts page to work out which type of account meets your needs.

How will I know my online account is ready to use?

We’ll notify you by email as soon as you’re all set up.

Trade Account FAQs

For further information and video guides on how to use your online account, check out our FAQ’s on how to access your trade account online.