E-commerce development for the construction sector

An online store for building materials and construction supplies has its own specifics that set it apart from an ordinary shop. The range tends to be broad and technical, orders are often large, and buyers are frequently both private customers and professional builders with different needs.

When building an online store for this sector, we pay attention to several aspects:

• Well-thought-out catalogue structure — a broad range needs to be organised logically, with precise filters by size, material, manufacturer and technical parameters.
• Clear product information — technical data, specifications, units per package and availability, so buyers can choose with confidence.
• Bulk and wholesale support — the ability to handle large orders, different price tiers and delivery options.
• Integration with inventory and accounting — so availability and prices always match real stock.
• Accessibility compliance (WCAG/EAA) — mandatory for e-commerce platforms in the EU since June 2025.

The work usually starts with analysing the catalogue and the buyer journey — how customers search for products, what filters and search tools they need, and how to provide complete, trustworthy information about every product. This is followed by the technical implementation — WordPress/WooCommerce or another suitable platform, a secure payment connection and, if needed, integration with existing business systems.

We work both on new projects and on rebuilding existing stores — for example when the current platform fails accessibility requirements, is hard to manage, or can’t keep up with a growing range. After launch we also offer maintenance and support. You can see related solutions in our solutions section.