What makes a good construction quote?
A professional construction quote gives clients confidence that you understand the scope and have priced it accurately.
What to include
- Project address
- Detailed scope of work — what is included AND excluded
- Materials breakdown
- Labour costs
- Waste disposal
- VAT or applicable tax
- Payment schedule for larger jobs
- Validity date — 14-30 days
How to handle variations
Additional work should always be quoted separately and approved in writing before starting.
Stage payments for larger projects
For projects over £5,000, use stage payments: deposit on acceptance, interim at milestones, final on completion.