Quick Answer

Contractor pricing on drywall in Ontario lowers the per-sheet cost by 15% to 35% compared to retail counter pricing, depending on order volume and account tier. At HB Build Pro, contractor pricing starts on order one for verified business accounts, with volume tiers kicking in at 50 sheets or $2,500. Net-30 invoicing is available after three paid orders. To qualify, you need a registered business name and HST number.

What Is Contractor Pricing and How Does It Differ From Retail?

Retail price is what walks-in pay at a Home Depot. Contractor price is the supplier-to-trade rate, structured around three things: volume discount, terms discount, and relationship discount. On 100 sheets of 1/2 inch drywall, the spread can be $400 to $700 in your favor.

Retail vs Contractor: Real-World Example

How Do I Qualify for Contractor Pricing?

Required Verification

• Registered business name (sole proprietor or incorporated)
• HST number
• Project address (used for delivery routing and verification)
• Phone contact for site coordination

What HB Build Pro Does Not Require

• No minimum sheet count on the first order
• No credit check up front (cash or e-transfer for the first three)
• No annual revenue threshold
• No exclusive supplier commitment

How Do Volume Tiers Work?

Standard contractor pricing applies to all orders. Volume tiers stack on top when order size crosses thresholds:

How Do Net-30 Terms Work?

First three orders settle by cash, e-transfer, or cheque on delivery. After that, qualified accounts move to net-30 invoicing through QuickBooks. Late payment beyond net-30 triggers a 1.5% per month service charge. Accounts paid on time consistently move to net-45 after 12 months of clean history.

What Documents Do I Get on a Net-30 Account?

• Itemized invoice on delivery (email + paper copy)
• Monthly statement (first business day)
• QuickBooks-compatible PDF for your bookkeeper
• Year-end purchase summary on request

What If My Account Goes Past Net-30?

One missed cycle triggers a soft reminder. Two missed cycles convert the account back to cash-on-delivery. Past-due balances over 60 days pause new orders until cleared. Real numbers, real policy. No surprises.

Why HB Build Pro Beats Industry-Average Pricing

Direct Manufacturer Relationships

Direct distributor contracts with CertainTeed, USG, CGC, and Continental Building Products mean we cut out one layer of markup. Savings pass through to contractor accounts.

Volume Buying

50+ pallet weekly volume gets us tier pricing from manufacturers. Same flows down.

Boom Truck Delivery Bundled

Delivery fee is rolled into the per-sheet price on contractor accounts, not stacked on top. Compare against retailers who tack on $80 to $200 delivery surcharges.

FAQ

How long does it take to open a contractor account?

One phone call. Account active same day for order placement; first order settles by cash or e-transfer.

Can I open an account without an HST number?

No. HST registration is required for all contractor accounts in Ontario.

What if I only buy a few sheets per month?Still worth opening the account. Pricing applies on order one. Volume tiers stack when you scale.

Do you price-match competitors on drywall?

Yes. Send a written quote from a competitor. We match or beat it on equivalent SKU within one business hour.

How quickly do quotes turn around?

Standard turnaround is under one business hour. Larger custom orders (1,000+ sheets) may take 24 hours.

Call HB Build Pro to Open Your Contractor Account

Cambridge, GTA, Southern Ontario contractors: open an account in one phone call. Contractor pricing on order one. Net-30 after three paid orders.

Call 647-669-4035 or WhatsApp 905-691-6160.