Stop overpaying UK distributors for materials manufactured in the same Chinese factories. Epic Sourcing connects British builders, developers, and architects directly with verified manufacturers of tiles, flooring, structural materials, windows, doors, and more.
Yes — significantly. UK builders who switch to direct sourcing typically save 40–77% on materials like ceramic tiles, engineered flooring, bathroom fixtures, and composite decking. The same factories supply major UK retailers. Epic Sourcing helps you skip the middleman.
Sourcing construction materials directly from China used to mean hours on Alibaba, dodgy samples, and unclear compliance. We’ve fixed that.
Every factory we work with is pre-audited. We check production capacity, quality control processes, export history, and UKCA compliance readiness before you see a single sample.
Cut out UK distributors and importers. Source the same materials at factory price — and save 40–77% compared to buying through British merchants or trade counters.
Our London-based team manages your project from brief to delivery. UKCA compliance, CE marking guidance, QC inspections, and freight — all handled on your behalf.
The same ceramic tiles sold by British merchants for £40/m² cost £8–12/m² direct from the factory in Guangdong. The same windows. The same composite decking. The same bathroom fixtures. Epic Sourcing gives contractors, developers, architects, and self-builders direct access to verified manufacturers — with QC, compliance, and logistics handled.
Ceramic and porcelain tiles, engineered wood, SPC vinyl, laminate, and commercial carpet tiles. All grades from residential to commercial.
UPVC and aluminium windows, bifold doors, composite doors, fire-rated doors, and glazing units direct from certified Chinese factories.
Bathroom suites, shower enclosures, quartz countertops, kitchen hardware, LED fixtures, and sanitaryware from verified manufacturers.
Steel beams, roof tiles, insulation materials, composite decking, stone cladding, wall panels, and prefabricated structural components.
with an expert sourcing agency (that’s us!) handling every step.
Tell us what you need — materials, quantities, specs, and project timeline. We’ll build a procurement plan suited to your construction project and budget.
We match you with pre-audited manufacturers for your exact spec — tiles, structural steel, flooring, windows, or anything else your project requires.
Tweak, tune and refine the specifications. Approve samples before committing to a full production run or container order.
We’ll negotiate pricing, monitor production, conduct pre-shipment QC, handle customs clearance, and deliver to your UK site or warehouse.
Direct from factory to UK construction site. No middlemen. No Alibaba roulette.
We saved around 60% on our ceramic tile order compared to UK trade prices. Epic Sourcing handled everything from factory vetting to delivery — I didn't have to lift a finger on the compliance side.
Mark T. — Property Developer, Birmingham
Post-Brexit, importing construction materials to the UK requires understanding UKCA marking, tariff codes, and building regulations. We handle it so you don’t have to.
Post-Brexit, construction products entering the UK market require UKCA marking rather than CE marking. Our team guides you through the documentation requirements for each product category — from structural steel to glazing units — so your materials are compliant on arrival.
✓ UKCA documentation support ✓ CE marking guidance for products entering both markets ✓ British Standards (BS) compliance verification ✓ Fire safety certification for applicable materials ✓ FSC certification for timber imports
UK import duties on building materials from China vary by product category. Ceramic tiles typically attract 0-6% import duty; engineered wood flooring 0%; aluminium profiles up to 7.5%. We provide accurate HS code classification and HMRC tariff guidance for every product we source.
✓ HS code classification for all product categories ✓ VAT on imports guidance ✓ EORI number requirements ✓ Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) compliance ✓ Incoterms guidance for risk and cost allocation
Everything UK builders, developers, and contractors ask us about importing construction materials from China.
Yes — when you’re sourcing from the right factories. China manufactures the majority of the world’s ceramic tiles, engineered flooring, and aluminium profiles. Many UK merchants source from the same factories. The challenge is finding verified, export-grade manufacturers — which is exactly what Epic Sourcing does.
Post-Brexit, construction products sold in the UK require UKCA marking instead of CE marking for most categories. Epic Sourcing provides compliance documentation support and works only with factories that can meet UK standards. We’ll confirm certification requirements for your specific product category before you order.
Import duties vary by product category and HS code. Ceramic tiles typically attract 0–6% duty; engineered wood flooring 0%; aluminium profiles up to 7.5%; steel up to 12%. VAT at 20% applies to most imports. Epic Sourcing provides full duty and tariff guidance for every product category we source.
Sea freight from China to UK ports typically takes 25–35 days. Add 7–10 days for customs clearance and final delivery to site. Most building material orders are shipped in FCL (full container load) or LCL (part load) depending on volume. Epic Sourcing coordinates the entire logistics chain.
Almost always. Epic Sourcing agents negotiate directly with factories, often securing prices below the Alibaba listing price — because we place repeated volume and factories value the relationship. More importantly, we vet the factory and inspect the goods before shipping, eliminating the risk of receiving substandard materials on site.
Send us a message, give us a call, or book in a Zoom meet-up. We work with property developers, contractors, architects, and self-builders across the UK.
hello@epicsourcing.co.uk
07551 136406
Free 30-min discovery call — tell us your project and we'll map out a sourcing plan.
