We appreciate that for most people extending their home is a large undertaking fraught with potential problems and expense and that it may be the first time that they have been involved in the planning and construction process.
To help with this, at the start, and as the project develops, we are completely clear about what will be required and the cost. We aim to ensure that there are no surprises or ‘hidden’ extra costs.
Following our first meeting, which is free of charge or obligation, you will receive a detailed quotation giving the cost of each element of the process.
Where there are elements that cannot be costed – for example, structural calculations which may depend on the final design – we will give you an approximate cost following our first visit and a fixed cost as soon as the final design is agreed.
The quotation will also include explanatory notes of cost items that may occur depending on the individual project.
Beware of very low quotes – they may be just ‘Sketch’ views for planning purposes and not have the detail needed for construction and most good builders will not be able to tender for the project.