The Estiquote Home Improvement Handbook
The book explains the decision. Estiquote gives you the live number.
A practical UK guide to extensions, renovations, quotes, budgets, variations, handover and maintenance. Every chapter links to a free Estiquote tool, so the principles stay in the book and the prices stay current.
- Read the chapter before you make the decision.
- Scan the QR code on the page.
- Price the project for your postcode.
- Save it and check real quotes against it.
Book Companion tools
Extension cost calculatorPrice a single storey, double storey or wraparound extension for your region, with design, engineer and council fees and a 15% contingency.Chapters 8, 9 and 11Loft conversion calculatorPrice a rooflight, rear dormer, hip to gable or mansard loft conversion for your region, including fees and contingency.Chapter 12Kitchen cost calculatorPrice a new fitted kitchen by size and finish, including fitting, for your region.Chapter 13Bathroom cost calculatorPrice a bathroom refit, new en suite, wet room or downstairs toilet for your region.Chapter 14Electrical work and rewiringPrice a full house rewire by property size for your region.Chapter 15Plumbing and heatingPrice a replacement boiler or an air source heat pump for your region.Chapter 16Structural alterationsPrice knocking through a wall with a steel beam, by opening width, including the structural engineer and building control.Chapters 10 and 11Decoration planningDecoration quotes are only comparable when every quote prices the same surfaces, preparation and paint system.Chapter 38Compare builder quotesGive every builder the same brief, then compare scope, allowances, exclusions and tax before you compare the totals.Chapters 18 to 21 and 32Budget and variationsSeparate the budget from the wish list, hold a contingency, and record every change with its cost and effect on the programme.Chapters 1, 24 and 41Scope and specificationA clear written scope is what makes quotes comparable.Chapters 3, 33 and 45Maintenance calendarSmall, regular checks prevent expensive repairs.Chapters 17, 27 and 58Emergency: safe first actionsIf anyone is in immediate danger, or there is a fire, call 999.Chapters 28 to 30
Estiquote figures are indicative planning ranges, not contractor quotations. They do not replace a survey, structural design or professional advice. Confirm scope, site conditions and prices with appropriately qualified professionals. Emergency guidance is always free.