Budget Estimates
Quick cost guidance from planning drawings. Ideal for early feasibility, funding applications and setting realistic budgets.
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Qualified Quantity Surveyors
Accurate Building Estimates, Prepared by Qualified Quantity Surveyors
Every estimate we produce is prepared and checked by a qualified QS. Residential and commercial projects across the UK.
50+
Years Combined Experience
15+
Years in Business
5
Day Turnaround
100%
Deadline Record
What We Do
Estimating & QS Services
Every service prepared by qualified Quantity Surveyors with residential and commercial expertise.
Building Reg Estimates
The most comprehensive estimates we produce. Typically within 5–10% of final build cost from detailed building regulation drawings.
About building reg estimatesBill of Quantities
Structured measured documents in NRM2 format enabling genuine like-for-like contractor comparison and competitive tendering.
About bill of quantitiesTender Pricing
Complete tender packages prepared and priced by qualified Quantity Surveyors. Professional submissions that win contracts.
About tender pricingCost Planning
RIBA-aligned cost plans from feasibility to tender. Strategic budget management so you always know where your project stands.
About cost planningPost-Contract Support
Cost management, variations, procurement, contracts and programmes of works. Full QS support throughout your build.
About post-contract supportClient 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.
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.
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.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Qualified Quantity Surveyors?
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Qualified Quantity Surveyors
Every estimate prepared by a qualified QS with real-world experience across residential and commercial construction.
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Competitive Pricing
Professional QS estimates from just £75. Far more cost-effective than employing a full-time estimator or quantity surveyor.
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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 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. Accurate regional pricing wherever your project is located.
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