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Reliable Construction Estimating Services in the UK
At My Project Estimating, we provide clear and reliable building estimating services that help you understand real construction costs before you build.
Our UK-based estimators deliver transparent, data-driven budgets that support smarter design, confident decisions, and better cost control.
What Is Construction Estimating?
The foundation of accurate building cost planning
A construction estimate is a professionally prepared cost assessment that defines the true financial requirements of your project. It provides a clear projection of materials, labour, preliminaries, and overheads – ensuring your build is both achievable and financially sound.
Our construction estimating service supports projects from concept design to tender preparation. By analysing drawings, specifications, and project details, we deliver accurate building cost estimates that allow you to make informed design and investment decisions.
Construction estimating is essential for:
- Feasibility studies – determining if your project is financially viable.
- Design and planning – ensuring your plans match your target budget.
- Tendering and procurement – providing credible data for contractors and investors.
Accurate construction cost estimation UK gives you confidence to move forward, avoid risk, and stay within budget.
What’s Included in Our Construction Estimating Service
Professional cost documentation with full transparency
Every building estimating service we deliver is built for precision, clarity, and transparency.
When you request a construction estimate, you’ll receive a complete cost report prepared by experienced UK estimators using verified market data.
You’ll receive:
- Itemised cost breakdown – each trade and building element clearly measured and priced.
- Labour, materials, and plant summaries – calculated using verified UK rates.
- Markup and profit analysis – showing preliminaries, overheads, and contingencies transparently.
- Elemental summary in NRM2 format – for professional cost grouping by building category.
Each report from our UK cost estimating service gives you full financial visibility – enabling better planning, precise budgeting, and confident decision-making.
Get a Quote
Upload your plans and receive a detailed quote within just 1 hour.
Need more help?
Our team of qualified UK estimators is here to assist you. Get expert advice or request a tailored cost estimate for your project – fast, accurate, and obligation-free.
contact@myprojectestimating.co.uk
0203 576 2913
What You Receive
Every estimate prepared by My Project Estimating comes as a complete, editable document – available in PDF, Word, and Excel formats.
You’ll receive everything you need to plan, present, and manage your project costs with confidence.
Cover Page
Your project title, address, and company details presented in a clean, professional layout.
Cover Letter
A personalised introduction with project summary, estimated value, and validity period.
Quote & Summary
A full cost breakdown with subtotals, VAT, and total project value for quick reference.
Resources Breakdown
Detailed costs for every component:
• Materials – each item with unit rate and quantity
• Labour – clear pricing by trade and activity
• Plant & Tools – hire and equipment allowances
• Other Costs – additional or specialist work
Bill of Quantities
Fully measured sections structured by trade, following UK cost rules (SMM7/NRM).
Labour Hours
Clear workforce allocation and time estimate per stage.
Profit & Payment Schedule
Transparent profit margins and staged valuation plan to support project control.
Orders List
Procurement-ready data for materials and subcontractors.
Why Choose Our Building Estimating Service
Control your costs, reduce risk, and design with confidence
Professional building estimating is more than just numbers – it’s about achieving clarity, certainty, and complete cost control.
Our UK-based estimators combine real construction experience with reliable market data to deliver practical, actionable advice that supports better project decisions and long-term value.
Each building estimating service we provide is transparent, data-driven, and designed to help you manage budgets, identify risks, and make confident financial choices at every stage of your project.
Understand where every pound goes with clear, itemised and transparent reporting.
Base every design choice on real, current and reliable UK construction market rates.
Receive fast, professional estimates that help you plan and make decisions quickly.
Balance creative ambition with realistic, data-backed budgets for every stage.
Identify cost pressures early and prevent unexpected overruns before they happen.
Move smoothly into Detailed Cost Planning with consistent, verified data.
Submit tenders with credible cost data, improving accuracy and competitiveness.
Compare materials and methods to find best value without compromising quality.
Our estimators stay available to review, refine, and guide your cost decisions.
Who Benefits from Construction Estimating
Designed for professionals and private clients across the UK
Our construction estimating service is designed for anyone who needs accurate and transparent building cost planning at any stage of their project.
Whether you’re designing, building, developing, or renovating, we help you make informed financial decisions with total confidence.
Each estimate provides data-driven insight and verified UK construction rates, supporting smarter planning, accurate budgeting, and complete cost transparency from start to finish.
Architects
We support architects with preliminary and detailed cost estimates during design, ensuring every concept is financially feasible and aligned with the client’s budget.
Builders
Our construction estimating services for builders help tender more competitively, with accurate labour, material, and overhead calculations.
Property Developers
We deliver professional cost planning and cash flow forecasts that help developers secure funding, reduce risks, and improve profit margins.
Data-driven, market-tested, and independently verified
How Accurate Are Our Construction Estimates?
All our construction estimating services are built on verified UK construction cost data, current supplier pricing, and up-to-date labour rates.
We ensure every building estimate reflects genuine market conditions – never generic assumptions or outdated averages.
Each report undergoes an independent accuracy check to maintain consistency and reliability, giving you total confidence when using our estimates for tenders, design development, or funding discussions.
Continue your project with complete cost clarity
Related Estimating & Cost Planning Services
Once your construction estimate is complete, our team can develop it into a detailed cost plan or tender-ready documentation.
Comprehensive breakdowns for complete budget control.
Our Cost Planning Service delivers a full breakdown of structure, finishes, services, and external works. We help builders and developers control budgets with precision, using verified UK cost data and transparent reporting for every project stage.
Precise measurement for accurate project pricing.
Our Quantity Takeoff Service provides precise digital measurement for every trade and material. Using tools like PlanSwift, we deliver accurate quantities and data that support tendering, procurement, and reliable construction cost planning.
Clear, itemised documentation for tendering and procurement.
Our Bill of Quantities Service provides clear, itemised schedules for accurate tendering and procurement. Prepared in line with NRM2 standards, it ensures fairness, consistency, and transparency for architects, contractors, and property developers.
Get Your Construction Estimate Today
Start your project with cost clarity and confidence.
Submit your drawings and receive a professional construction estimate prepared by qualified UK estimators – providing verified data, transparent breakdowns, and accurate budgets for every stage.
Transparent, reliable, and delivered by UK estimating experts
Common Questions
Key questions about our estimating services
We know that understanding your project costs is crucial before construction begins.
That’s why we’ve answered the most common questions about our construction estimating service, building estimate service, and UK cost planning solutions – so you know exactly what to expect.
Our cost estimating service covers all trades, including labour, materials, preliminaries, and overheads.Each building estimate is itemised, transparent, and based on current UK construction rates, providing total cost clarity from the start.
Our standard turnaround time is 7 working days.
However, we also offer an express 24-hour service for urgent projects. You’ll receive a clear delivery timeline once we review your drawings.
We work with architects, builders, developers, and homeowners across the UK. Our construction cost estimation UK service supports projects of all sizes - from residential refurbishments to large commercial builds.
You’ll receive your building cost estimate in both PDF and Excel formats, with detailed quantity takeoffs, trade breakdowns, and project summaries ready for review or tendering.
Every construction estimate is prepared using verified UK cost data and regularly updated material and labour rates. We ensure your UK building cost planning is based on real market conditions - not assumptions.
Yes - we can revise your estimate quickly if your drawings or specifications are updated. Our flexible cost planning service ensures your budget stays aligned throughout design development.
Absolutely. Our team continues to support clients with budget monitoring, cost reporting, and value engineering advice during construction, ensuring total financial control.