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Honest pricing,
no surprises.

A lot of trades are vague about prices. We get it — every job is different, and ballpark figures can mislead. But that's no excuse for the typical "ring for a price" runaround. Here's how we approach quotes, what affects cost, and what a fair builder quote should include.

Our approach

We don't quote sight-unseen.

Anyone giving you a firm price for an extension or kitchen without seeing the property is either guessing or padding by 30% so they're never under. We don't do either.

What we will do, before any quote, is come out, measure up, look at the existing structure, talk through what you actually want, and identify anything that might affect the price. Free site visit, no obligation.

Then you get a written quote with everything itemised — materials, labour, timescale, and any reasonable contingencies. If something needs additional info (architect drawings, structural calcs), we'll flag that upfront.

The reality

What actually affects price.

A 30m² kitchen extension can cost £40k or £120k depending on choices. Here's what moves the number.

What you choose

Kitchen units, tiles, flooring, fittings, glazing — your specification can double the total. We're happy to recommend suppliers at every budget point.

Existing structure

Old houses sometimes have unexpected complications — dodgy foundations, asbestos, problematic drainage. We factor in reasonable contingencies and flag risks honestly.

Access & logistics

Tight access, no parking, restricted hours — all add days and cost. Sometimes a simple-looking job has tricky logistics that bump the price.

Planning & building regs

Some projects need formal permissions and certified drawings. We coordinate with trusted local architects and structural engineers — you only deal with us.

Quality of build

Cheap builders save money where you can't see it — sub-base, fixings, weatherproofing. We don't. Our quotes are sometimes higher than the cheapest you'll find, and we'll explain why.

Timescale

Rushed jobs cost more (overtime, weekends). If your timeline is flexible, you may save. If it's tight, we'll be honest about whether we can deliver in your window.

What to expect

What a fair builder quote should include.

Use this as a checklist when comparing quotes from anyone — not just us.

✓Itemised costs — materials and labour broken down, not just a single lump sum
✓Specific materials named (brand, type, finish) — not just "tiles" or "units"
✓Realistic timescale — start date, expected duration, completion estimate
✓Payment schedule — stage payments tied to milestones, not arbitrary dates
✓What's NOT included — anything you need to source yourself, any work outside scope
✓Reasonable contingency for unknowns (usually 5-10% on older properties)
✓Public liability insurance details
✓Aftercare and snagging policy

A word from us

Your home deserves to be done once, and done properly.

Most jobs we get called to fix were done cheaply by someone who didn't care. Let us do it right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises, just proper building work that lasts.

Get your free quote 📞 Or call 07985 172 994

Honest pricing,no surprises.