As a contractor who is still very much on the tools, pricing up jobs became quite the time-consuming, out of hours hardship that took over my personal life…
UK construction estimating
Send us
your plans.
We’ll measure and price the work.
Itemised construction estimates for your next project, with labour, materials and quantities clearly set out.
- Measured quantitiesTaken off from your drawings
- Labour and materialsPriced line by line
- Work sectionsFrom groundworks to finishes
- Allowances shownListed in your estimate
What you receive
Send your drawings, specification or tender documents. We’ll show what we’ve measured, how we’ve priced it and where we’ve made allowances.
Explore the estimating serviceBill of Quantities
Review the cost of each work section, from preliminaries and groundworks to masonry and carpentry.
Material Order Report
Check quantities by build phase before preparing a supply quote or order.
Client Report
Present the estimate to your client in a report you can customise for the job.
Build Programme
See how the work is sequenced in the project timeline.
How it works
Talk through the job with an estimator. We’ll agree the scope, fee and delivery before we start.
Send your plans
Drawings, specification or tender documents for the job.
Agree the scope
We confirm what’s included, the fee and when you’ll have it.
We measure and price
Quantities, labour and materials, with allowances clearly marked.
Receive your reports
Bill of Quantities, material order, client report and programme.
What our customers say
Builders, contractors and clients on working with our estimators.
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We’ve worked with James multiple times and they’ve been consistently excellent. Their help with project estimating has played a key role in winning work. Highly recommended.
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James has been the upmost professional, quote returned in a swift and timely manner, will 100% be using Cost Estimator again
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Excellent professional service, the quotes provide us with detailed information we needed for a stable foundation for tendering out our building renovation work for our charity.
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Great company to work with, top service at an affordable price.
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Cost estimator is a great and quick service who provided everything we needed. I would highly recommended and I would definitely use again. Thanks.
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Good price, considering the detailed reports you receive
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Really helpful service and quick!
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Used a few times. Really quite good.
Prefer to estimate it yourself?
Price the job with labour, material and plant rates. Set your overheads and profit, then prepare your reports.
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Proposed connection
Prefer to use AI?
Link up your favourite agent to our rates library.
The proposed Model Context Protocol (MCP) connection would let AI assistants look up labour, material and plant rates from the Cost Estimator library.
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Microsoft Copilot- Your own agent
Rates libraryCost Estimator
- Labour ratesper hour
- Material pricesper unit
- Plant ratesper day
Cost Estimator FAQ
What services does Cost Estimator offer?
Cost Estimator provides detailed cost estimation services and software for residential and commercial building work, including initial budget planning, material cost analysis, and labour cost estimation.
What information do I need to provide for a cost estimate?
To provide an accurate estimate, we require detailed plans, specifications, and any relevant site information. This includes architectural drawings, material specifications, and scope of work.
How long does it take to receive a cost estimate?
The turnaround time for a cost estimate varies based on complexity but typically ranges from 3 to 10 business days.
Can Cost Estimator help with budgeting?
Yes, we assist clients in creating comprehensive budgets, ensuring that all potential costs are accounted for to avoid surprises during the construction process.
Do you offer cost estimation for both new builds and renovations?
Yes, we provide cost estimation services for both new builds and renovations, tailoring our approach to meet the specific needs of each.
What software or tools do you use for cost estimating?
We utilise our own industry-leading software and proprietary database, to ensure precise and reliable cost estimates.
Are your estimators qualified and experienced?
Our team comprises qualified quantity surveyors and experienced estimators with extensive backgrounds in the UK construction industry.
How do I get started with your cost estimation service?
Simply contact us through our website or call our office to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll guide you through the process and gather the necessary details to begin your estimate.
What are the benefits of using a professional cost estimator?
Using a professional cost estimator ensures that you have a realistic and detailed understanding of costs, helping to prevent budget overruns and ensuring financial control throughout the construction process.
Why do I have to double check your work?
Simply put, you don’t. However, there is the option there to do so if you want to. This is designed to give you greater peace of mind and oversight of your quoting.
Nobody knows your business better than you do and we prefer to see ourselves as an extension of your team rather than a completely separate company.
What are you building next?
Tell us what you need priced. We’ll talk through your drawings and the scope of the estimate.
0333 090 4828