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We provide estimating services for architects, contractors, subcontractors and developers. The key to a successful project always begins with an accurate estimate. Get yours today.


Expert Estimating Services for Seamless Project Planning

Expert Estimating Services in London & UK

As a trusted UK estimating company, we take pride in offering comprehensive estimating services tailored for architects, contractors, subcontractors, and developers in London and UK. Our team is dedicated to providing accurate and detailed estimates, laying the groundwork for successful project execution.

Why Choose Our Estimating Services?

Explore our range of estimating services designed to meet the diverse needs of the construction industry:

  • Architectural Estimating

  • Contractor Estimation

  • Subcontractor Estimation

  • Developer Project Estimates

Key Benefits of Our Estimating Company

Collaborating with our estimating company ensures:

  • Accuracy: Precise and reliable estimates for informed decision-making.

  • Efficiency: Streamlined project planning and execution processes.

  • Expertise: Industry-leading professionals with a deep understanding of construction costs.

  • Customization: Tailored services to match the unique requirements of your project.

Get Your Accurate Estimate Today

Ensure the success of your project from the start by obtaining a precise estimate from our expert team. Contact us today to discuss your specific needs and kickstart your project with confidence.

Our Estimating Services

  • Precision is Key in Construction Estimating

    In the realm of construction estimation, precision reigns supreme. Our team of dedicated professionals leverages cutting-edge software and industry expertise to provide precise project-specific estimates. Our comprehensive cost breakdowns empower you to make well-informed decisions, mitigate risks, and keep your project on course while staying within budget.

    Our Range of Construction Estimating Services Encompass:

    Thorough Quantity Takeoffs

    In-Depth Cost Analysis and Budgeting

    Value Optimization

    Competitive Bid Assessment

    Place your trust in BCE, your partner in achieving excellence in construction.

  • With our Tender Estimating Service at your side, you can bid confidently, win more contracts, and grow your business. Don't leave your tender submissions to chance—partner with us for accurate and timely estimates that give you the competitive advantage you deserve.

    Our committed team of specialists employs cutting-edge software and extensive industry expertise to deliver precise estimates customised for your unique project. Through our comprehensive cost breakdowns, you gain the ability to make well-informed choices, mitigate risks, and maintain your project on course, all while adhering to your budgetary constraints.

    Our Array of Construction Estimation Services Encompass:

    Thorough Quantity Takeoffs

    In-Depth Cost Analysis and Budgeting

    Value Engineering

    Comprehensive Competitive Bid Analysis

    Rely on BCE as your partner in attaining excellence in construction.

    Ready to elevate your bidding game? Contact us today to learn more about our Tender Estimating Service and how we can help you secure more projects and increase your success rate in the competitive construction industry.

  • BOQ Preparation: We specialize in crafting precise and comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for a wide range of construction projects. Our team meticulously scrutinizes project documentation, including blueprints, specifications, and schedules, ensuring that every material, labor, and resource is meticulously accounted for. We furnish detailed, itemized lists that streamline procurement and enhance project management efficiency.

    BOQ Review and Analysis: If you already possess a prepared Bills of Quantities, we offer a thorough review and analysis service. Our experts meticulously examine the BOQ, cross-referencing it with project specifications, and implementing necessary adjustments to enhance its precision and usability, while also identifying any discrepancies, errors, or opportunities for improvement.

    Quantity Takeoff Services: In addition to BOQ preparation, we provide quantity takeoff services that precisely determine the material quantities required for your project. Our team harnesses advanced software and industry expertise to extract quantities from drawings and specifications, ensuring that your BOQ accurately reflects the project's true requirements.

    Cost Estimation and Budgeting: Our BOQ services seamlessly integrate with cost estimation and budgeting. By meticulously analyzing the quantities and pricing details within the Bills of Quantities, we furnish precise cost estimates for your project. These estimates empower you to manage your budget effectively, optimize costs, and efficiently allocate financial resources.

    Value Engineering and Alternative Analysis: We offer invaluable support to your project through value engineering exercises and alternative solution analysis. By evaluating various material options, construction methods, and design alternatives, we help you pinpoint opportunities for cost savings without compromising on quality or functionality.

  • With our Schedule of Works Estimating Service, you can plan your projects with confidence, knowing that you have a detailed and accurate schedule in hand. Don't leave project planning to chance—partner with us for estimates that empower your success.

    Ready to take your project planning to the next level? Contact us today to learn more about our Schedule of Works Estimating Service and how it can help you achieve better project outcomes.

  • We deliver precise and comprehensive cost estimates for your construction projects. Our experts asses project documents, execute quantity takeoffs, and factor in labor rates, material expenses, equipment costs, and other pertinent variables to furnish dependable cost forecasts.

    Budget Formulation: We aid you in crafting practical and all-encompassing budgets for your construction undertakings. By taking into account your financial objectives, project scope, and desired standards, we fashion budgets that harmonize with your aims and enable the efficient allocation of financial resources.

    Cost Oversight and Monitoring: Our construction cost planning services bolster continuous cost oversight and monitoring during the construction journey. We assist you in tracing actual expenditures against the predetermined budget, identifying cost overruns or savings, and implementing prompt adjustments to guarantee financial stability.

    Cash Flow Evaluation: We deliver cash flow analysis to help you proficiently manage your project finances. By projecting the inflow and outflow of funds throughout the project's timeline, we guide you in optimizing cash flow, making informed financial judgments, and evading liquidity complications.

    Value Engineering: Our team conducts value engineering assessments to pinpoint opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or functionality. Through an examination of design alternatives, construction methodologies, and material selections, we proffer suggestions to streamline costs and enhance project value.

Quantity Estimating Service.

Our team of skilled building estimators is here to assist you. All you need to do is send us your building drawings, and we will provide you with a guaranteed delivery date and a fixed quotation for the entire estimation process. One of our experienced estimators will be exclusively dedicated to your project, and we adhere to a thorough and meticulous approach without taking any shortcuts. They will carefully analyze your plans, considering a wide array of material prices from all over the UK.

In essence, you can expect a professional estimating service delivered by our friendly and dedicated team. Whether your goal is to secure the project or secure funding, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

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Who we help

Bespoke Construction Estimates for Home owners, Home builders, Architects, Property developers and more.

Home Builder

Our estimating service for builders and contractors has saved our clients endless hours, so why not join the hundreds of businesses leaving their estimates to us?

Property Developer

Gain an accurate, detailed insight into your build cost estimates using our quick turnaround and easy property developer and self-build cost estimating service!

Architects

Through a tailored project manager or architect cost plan, you can deliver a detailed breakdown to clients, building trust and winning more contracts.

Powering London & UK builders with accurate, affordable estimates

Accurate pricing can be the deciding factor in whether you win or lose a new project. When facing the challenge of balancing ongoing projects and maintaining cash flow, the risk of making expensive errors becomes greater. Our cost-effective estimating services are designed to relieve the stress of pricing a new job while you focus on managing your current ones. You can trust in our experience and our familiarity with local market rates and expenses to provide you with a precise and competitive estimate, allowing you to concentrate on your ongoing work. Your professionally prepared estimate will be delivered to you in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet format, making it easy to adjust and ready for submission to potential new clients.

  • We specialize in providing precise building estimates for a wide range of projects, including extensions, conversions, new construction, and housing developments. Our services cater to builders, developers, architects, and building merchants throughout the United Kingdom.

  • BCE stands as the foremost domestic online estimating service in the United Kingdom.

  • Accurate and easy to understand, our online estimates bring architectural visions to life.

  • Our online estimating service provides you with a full breakdown of materials, plant and labour.

  • Our services can provide valuable support during the tendering process for building projects or serve as an essential management tool for those involved in self-build projects.

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The benefits of using our estimating service

  • WIN MORE WORK.

    Provide customers with detailed quotes and cost breakdowns.

  • SEND QUOTES FASTER.

    We will ensure pricing is correct throughout the job.

  • WE DO ALL HARDWORK

    Quoting was never meant to take over your life. It stops here. Let us relieve you of your estimating workload.

  • EXCELLENCE

    Our team has extensive commercial and residential experience across all types of construction.

Our takeoff software expertise

Affordable pricing structure

We recognise that each project is unique, with its own specific needs. That's why our accurate estimates are customised to suit your particular construction. Take a look at our standard pricing below, and don't hesitate to get in touch with us today or purchase your personalised estimate. For expedited service, inquire about our pricing options.

Small Projects

from £175.00

Garage Conversions

Painting & Decorating

Small works

Labour + Material Cost

Up to 3 revisions

Medium Projects

from £245.00

Everything on Small projects

Estimate in Excel sheet

Premium support

5-7 Turnaround time

Loft conversion, House extension, House Renovation

Large Projects

from £345.00

Everything on Medium plan

New Build Estimates

Larger project POA

Architects Tenders

Schedule of Works

How It Works

Our services are designed to be quick and easy so we can process your request and return your completed estimate within 5 working days.

Email Project

Select what services you need to include in your construction calculations and tell us your turnaround.

Receive a Quote

Get a quote via email to decide whether to go ahead with the project and confirm your order.

Get Your Estimate

If you are happy with your quote, then we can provide you with your bespoke construction calculations.

What our clients say

We have built an exceptional reputation for helping

our clients to save time, money and hassle

on their construction projects.

  • “Well-supported estimating service from start to finish. Communication was swift and clear, meaning we could get on with our project quickly with all the information we needed. Will definitely be using again for smaller and larger projects in the future”

    John C, Oxshott

  • “We were impressed with the professionalism and with the documentation we received which gave us every detail we needed for the job. We have since engaged Accent Estimating for other estimating work and have found them just as impressive. We would not hesitate in recommending them to other companies”

    Sophie M.

  • We first contacted Building Cost Estimating when our usual estimator was unavailable. Building Cost Estimating were willing to take on the job and were able to do the work in a short timeframe.” .

    Matt, Essex

  • “Adam was able to put together a detailed building cost estimate for a project in a short period of time which allowed me to compete for a building project. He factored in elements of the build that were additional to the house plans provided as I requested, and captured all elements with commendable detail.”

    Battersea Builders, London

Frequently Asked Questions

Call us on 073 4075 3227 if you require any further information

  • Our expertise lies in estimating residential projects, including extensions, loft conversions, and new build houses. However, please note that our service does not extend to commercial or civil works.

  • Certainly, we are equipped to estimate projects that include detailed schedules of work, bills of quantities, or extensive specifications. Please get in touch with us to explore how our company can assist you with such projects.

  • We maintain closely monitor suppliers and builder merchant prices to ensure that our pricing remains up-to-date and competitive.

  • BCE do not offer a home visit service where we can conduct an initial consultation to understand your project goals and create a floor plan.

  • Our goal is to provide you with estimates within a 5-7 day timeframe. This timeframe accounts for our current workload and the time required to gather the most up-to-date pricing information for your specific project.

  • BCE distinguishes itself by providing a distinctive approach to project estimation. We accomplish this by leveraging our robust partnerships with local suppliers and tradespeople. As a result, the estimate you receive is based on regional material and labor rates rather than relying on national averages, ensuring a more precise estimate tailored to your specific location. Our process involves close collaboration with you to comprehend your project's unique requirements and expectations, delivering a personalized service and a customized report. This not only aids in evaluating the feasibility of your project but also proves valuable when comparing bids from contractors.

  • At BCE, we pride ourselves on delivering a highly personalized service. We achieve this by collaborating closely with you to grasp your specific priorities and requirements. This approach allows us to create a tailored report that not only facilitates the comparison of returned tenders but also enhances your understanding of the entire construction process. By doing so, we help ensure that your project proceeds more seamlessly and with a greater depth of knowledge to guide you.

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