BuildDirect got its start by seeing the building supplies and shipping industries from a slightly different point of view. By taking a closer look, BuildDirect was able to discover the costs that came from the manufacturers need to find their customers. The fact is, whether manufacturers employ their own sales people or work with agents, or even if customers approach them on their own, manufacturers always add several points to their prices to cover their sales and marketing costs. They add a few additional points to cover any unforeseeable problems with shipping...