Best place to buy drywall/studs/building supplies

[bririp]

Hello

Where is the best/chepest place to buy everything needed to finish a basement? I have a contractor who is going to be doing the job for me, but I am going to get the material.

Is a place like Home depot the cheapest? any other suggestions?

I know I can get HD gift cards for 10-15-20% off, so I would take that into consideration.

Any hints guys/gals?

[BuildingHomes]

Isn't the contractor supplying these things?

If this is a regular thing they do they'll be purchasing from somewhere on a regular basis, know the product and be able to install it appropriately.

[MaDgamEr]

Know the product and install it properly? Pretty sure that 14/2, 14/3, 2x4 and drywall are about the same no matter where they come from...

Anyways, homes mentioned, usually the contractor supplies these items... For one, the pricing they get is usually quite a bit better than what you'd get walking in. Wether or not that savings is passed on to you is completely another story though...

[BuildingHomes]

Know the product and install it properly? Pretty sure that 14/2, 14/3, 2x4 and drywall are about the same no matter where they come from...

Not really no. For example there are differences purchasing from a dedicated lumber yard as opposed to Home Depot.. You'll get straight wood from a lumber yard

The electrician should be supplying their own wire.

Plumbers supplying their own fixtures, etc..

[bririp]

The contractor is a pro. but he is also a friend of mine. He Says he will get a good deal on the stuff, and I will pay actual cost, but I was wondering if anyone knew of any hidden gems.