Estimate project

Independent cost estimate

A real-world, independent cost estimate that let the client validate a builder’s pricing before committing to the project.

Construction steel framework and sunlight, representing accurate quantity surveying and cost estimates.

Validating Builder Quotes with Independent Cost Estimates

The client had a builder’s quote in hand but wanted an independent view on whether it was fair before signing. We prepared a real-world cost estimate from the same drawings, built up from current market rates.

Comparing the two side by side showed the client exactly where the pricing sat, gave them the facts to have an informed conversation with their builder, and the confidence to commit to the right number.

What we delivered

Construction team reviewing plans and cost estimates for carpentry labour.
Quantity surveyor measuring construction plans and blueprints with a ruler.
Project details
Project type

Independent cost estimate

Location

Auckland

Client

Home owner

Services provided

Independent cost estimate, pricing review

Measured to

NZ & AU Standard Method (2018)

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