Seventy-fourth branch creates 15 much needed jobs in the area.

MKM Building Supplies, the UK's largest independent builder's merchant is delighted to be opening its 74th branch in Scunthorpe this week, creating 15 much needed jobs in the area.

The new branch is designed to be a one-stop shop for both local building trade and retail customers, offering a wealth of industry expertise and an extensive range of products and services.

MKM Scunthorpe will showcase a wide range of building essentials including, plumbing and heating, electrical, roofing, timber, plaster and plasterboard, doors, windows and joinery.

The branch will also feature a stunning kitchen and bathroom showroom and landscaping display, offering free designs and consultations to help customers get their projects off to a great start. The branch also offers a drawing takeoff service, brick matching and free local delivery.

MKM Scunthorpe is headed-up by two branch directors, Karl Wilmore and Kevin Danks, both from Scunthorpe and delighted to be opening doors for business.

Wilmore said: "The whole team is really excited about the new branch and I'm pleased to say that despite the challenges to businesses this year, we have been able to launch without a hitch. Our ambition for the branch is to be the biggest, best and first choice builders merchants for the trade and retail in Scunthorpe and the surrounding area."

"Our goal initially is to raise the profile of the MKM brand within the area. We offer exceptional customer service and our team is looking forward to welcoming customers and supporting their projects and installations," Danks added.

"Our staff and customer's safety has been paramount in planning for our opening and I have been really impressed by how the whole team has pulled together to make the branch Covid secure and prepare for the launch."