Budget Estimates
Early-stage cost guidance from planning drawings. Ideal for assessing project feasibility before committing to detailed design.
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Local Estimating Services
Building Estimator in Edinburgh
Professional building estimates for residential and commercial projects across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Scottish rates from qualified QS.
Building Estimating Services Across Edinburgh & the Lothians
Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage city where construction projects must navigate a unique combination of architectural heritage, conservation requirements and premium market conditions. From stone-built New Town townhouses to modern developments in areas like Granton and Leith, accurate cost estimation is essential in one of Scotland's most expensive construction markets.
Our qualified Quantity Surveyors understand Edinburgh's distinct construction challenges. We apply Edinburgh-specific labour rates (which reflect the city's premium market position within Scotland), account for the specialist stone masonry, lime mortar and conservation techniques required for the city's extensive heritage buildings, and factor in the strict planning controls that govern much of the city centre.
Whether your project is in Edinburgh's Old Town, the New Town, Leith, or the surrounding Lothian area, our estimates reflect the true cost of construction in this architecturally significant city. We understand Edinburgh's unique conservation area requirements and listed building constraints.
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What We Offer
Estimating Services in Edinburgh
Full Estimates
Detailed estimates from building regulation drawings with elemental cost breakdowns and material takeoffs.
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Full measured BoQ production for competitive tendering and subcontractor pricing across all trades.
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Complete tender pack production and pricing for competitive submission on Edinburgh projects.
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Office fit-outs, retail units, hospitality venues and mixed-use developments across the capital.
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Procurement, contract preparation and programme of works for Edinburgh construction projects.
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Recent Edinburgh Case Studies
Boutique Hotel Refurbishment, Edinburgh Old Town
Comprehensive estimate for the refurbishment of a boutique hotel in a listed building, covering bedroom fit-outs, public areas, kitchen and compliance works.
Project value: ~£450,000
View case studyNew Town Townhouse Renovation, Edinburgh
Full estimate for internal renovation of a Georgian townhouse including original feature restoration, rewiring and modern kitchen/bathroom installation.
Project value: ~£175,000
Areas We Cover
Edinburgh Coverage Area
We provide building estimating services across all of Edinburgh and the surrounding Lothians, Fife and Borders regions. Our estimates use location-specific rates to ensure accuracy for your area.
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh New Town
Leith
Stockbridge
Morningside
Bruntsfield
Portobello
Corstorphine
Cramond
Musselburgh
Dalkeith
Livingston
Dunfermline
Fife
East Lothian
West Lothian
Midlothian
Scottish Borders
Peebles
Client Feedback
What Edinburgh Clients Say
First4Estimating understood the complexities of refurbishing a listed building in Edinburgh. Their estimate accounted for specialist trades and conservation requirements that other estimators had missed. The level of detail gave us confidence in the project budget.
Common Questions
Edinburgh Estimating FAQ
Yes. Much of Edinburgh is designated as a conservation area or World Heritage Site. Our estimates account for the specialist materials, traditional construction techniques and additional planning requirements that affect costs when building in these sensitive areas. This includes stone masonry, lime mortar, traditional roofing and heritage-compliant windows.
Our building estimates start from £75. Edinburgh projects are priced based on size and complexity. We always provide a fixed-price quotation before starting, with rates reflecting Edinburgh's premium Scottish market.
Visit our pricing page for detailed pricing information.
We cover all of Edinburgh plus the Lothians, Fife, the Scottish Borders and surrounding areas. Our rates reflect the cost variations between Edinburgh city centre and the surrounding region.