Worked example
The notes
Ms Kaur, Sandyford: “3 bed terrace refurb: strip out, rewire, new heating, replaster, new kitchen + bathroom fit, decorate, 10 weeks.”
| Item | Qty | Unit price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strip out and waste | 1 stage | £2,800.00 | £2,800.00 |
| Electrical rewire (subcontract) | 1 stage | £5,200.00 | £5,200.00 |
| Heating and plumbing | 1 stage | £6,400.00 | £6,400.00 |
| Plastering throughout | 1 stage | £5,600.00 | £5,600.00 |
| Kitchen and bathroom fit | 1 stage | £6,800.00 | £6,800.00 |
| Decoration | 1 stage | £4,200.00 | £4,200.00 |
- Subtotal
- £31,000.00
- VAT at 20%
- £6,200.00
- Total
- £37,200.00
Example prices for illustration only. Your prices depend on your area, the spec and access, so set your own.
Turn your own notes into a quote like this
Type the job how you'd say it. Workscribe lays it out, prices each line and works out the VAT. Free to try, no account.
Try it freeWhat a full house refurbishment quote should include
- Breakdown by trade or by room
- Contingency and what it covers
- Subcontracted trades
- What the client supplies
- Programme and payment stages
Common mistakes
No contingency
Old houses hide problems. A stated contingency is easier than an argument later.
Vague finish levels
"Decorate" means different things to different people. Specify coats and finishes.
Questions
Should I quote by room or by trade?
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Either works. By trade is easier for scheduling, by room is easier for clients; some builders show both.
How big should the contingency be?
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It varies with the age and condition of the property. State the percentage and what it's for.
How do I handle variations?
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Agree in writing that changes are priced before the work is done.
General guidance, not legal or technical advice. Check current regulations for your job.
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