The UK's Leading Estimating Company

Professional Building Estimates You Can Trust

We are a team of qualified Quantity Surveyors providing fast, accurate building estimates for residential and commercial projects. Delivered in editable format within 5 working days.

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50+
Years Combined Experience
15+
Years in Business
5
Day Turnaround
100%
Deadline Record

A Professional Estimating Service Built for the Construction Industry

We are a web-based professional Estimating Service assisting Builders, Architects, Subcontractors and Private Developers with the time-consuming involvement of building estimating.

Our team of qualified Quantity Surveyors bring over 50 years of combined experience across both residential and commercial sectors, delivering accurate estimates that help you win more work and manage costs effectively.

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What We Do

Leading the Way for Building Estimates

Tailored estimating solutions for every type of construction professional.

Builder reviewing construction estimates on site

Estimates for Builders

Accurate, detailed estimates to help builders and contractors win more tenders and price projects with confidence.

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Architect reviewing cost plans for a construction project

Estimates for Architects

Professional cost guidance from planning stage through to building regulations, helping architects advise their clients accurately.

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Estimates for Home Owners

Clear, understandable cost breakdowns for self-builders and homeowners, giving you budget confidence from day one.

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Why Choose Us

We're Better. Here's Why.

Fast Turnaround

Standard estimates delivered within 5 working days. We understand the pace of the construction industry and work to your deadlines.

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Editable Documents

All estimates delivered in both PDF and Excel format, allowing you to adjust and customise to suit your specific project needs.

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Qualified Surveyors

Every estimate is prepared by a qualified Quantity Surveyor with real-world experience in both residential and commercial construction.

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Competitive Pricing

Professional estimates from just £75. Far more cost-effective than employing a full-time estimator or quantity surveyor.

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Proven Track Record

Over 15 years of service without missing a single client deadline. Our track record speaks for itself.

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Personal Service

Dedicated point of contact for every project. Direct access to the surveyor working on your estimate throughout the process.

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Comprehensive Estimates

Detailed labour, material and plant breakdowns. Preliminaries, provisional sums and profit margins all included as standard.

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Confidential & Secure

All project information is treated with the utmost confidentiality. Your data and plans are kept completely secure.

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UK-Wide Coverage

Web-based service covering the entire United Kingdom. No matter where your project is located, we can provide accurate regional pricing.

Client Reviews

Stories From Our Customers

For over 12 years they have assisted us with our tenders to help secure large scale projects across the UK. A truly professional and reliable service.

Peter Butler
BDS UK

Honest, reliable and cost effective solution to the large amount of build enquiries we receive. Their accurate estimates ensure we win more projects than previously.

Russell Mitton
Caldway Construction

We have worked with First4Estimating for over 10 years costing our large scale commercial projects. It's like having a personal estimator at a fraction of the cost.

James Fletcher
S&J Ceramics

Ready to Get Your Estimate?

Speak with our experts today. Send us your plans and receive a fixed-price quotation with no obligation.