Upload your builder's quote. Get expert feedback in 24 hours.
We review renovation quotes line-by-line to help you spot red flags, vague pricing, or overcharges-before you spend £10K-£20k+.
What we actually do. And how it helps you.
We break down your builder’s quote line by line—so you can spot fluff, fight back on cost, or move ahead with confidence.
1. Upload your quote
PDF, photo, email—whatever format it's in, we can handle it.
2. We review and flag everything
One of our experts goes through it line by line: vague pricing, missing items, inflated costs, or cowboy red flags.
You get a report in 24 hours
A clean, plain-English audit delivered straight to your inbox. No jargon. No drama. Just the truth.
Red Flags We Catch All the Time
Most quotes look fine on the surface. Until you know what to look for.
Vague line items
“Electrics - £3,200” with zero detail? Not good enough.
Provisional sums with no cap
“To be confirmed later” often means “surprise invoice.”
Missing scope
No mention of plastering, waste removal, or final fittings? You'll be paying extra.
Labour cost inflation
We've seen £600/day pricing for junior trades. Nah.
Double-dipping
Charging for both “install” and “labour”? We'll show you where the overlap is.
Dodgy timelines or terms
Vague completion dates and one-sided contracts? We flag them.
Real homeowners. Real savings. Real peace of mind.
We've helped people across the UK spot red flags, avoid surprise costs, and feel confident before signing. Here's what they had to say:
“I nearly signed off on a £34K quote without realising it didn't include electrics, waste removal, or final fittings. BuildFair broke it down, explained where the gaps were, and helped me push back. The builder actually came back with a revised scope and knocked £2,700 off. Easiest £49 I've ever spent.”
STMattSouth London
Felt like I had a mate in the trade looking out for me. Straight-up honest feedback.
JYAishaBirmingham
Saved me from overpaying by at least £1,500. The markup explanations were gold.
YFLauraLeeds
I was worried it was a scam, but it's not. You get a proper breakdown and real advice. 10/10.
YFBen
Manchester
Buildfair in numbers
We're bringing clarity and fairness to UK home renovations—one quote at a time.
homeowners helped and counting
quotes flagged for inflated or missing costs
potential overspend prevented
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Project < £15,000
£49Per quote
- Expert review within 24h
- Red flags highlighted line by line
- Plain-English report with cost guidance
- Built-in peace of mind before you commit
Project < £45,000
£99Per quote
- Expert review within 72h
- Red flags highlighted line by line
- Plain-English report with cost guidance
- Built-in peace of mind before you commit
- Scope gaps, vague terms, and hidden extras flagged
- Advice on what to clarify, question, or renegotiate
For bigger builds-where one missed detail can cost thousands.
BuildFair Premium
For renovation projects over £45K, extensions or lofts
£299Includes : PDF Report, Email Q&A, Peace of mind before signing
- Expert review
- Red flags highlighted line by line
- Plain-English report with cost guidance
- Built-in peace of mind before you commit
Team can be any size, and you can add or switch members as needed. Companies using our platform include:
Frequently
Asked
Questions
You're not the first to ask. And you won't be the last.
Do you actually read the quote, or is it AI?
No robots here. A real human, with experience in UK renovations, reviews every quote manually. We look at scope, pricing, wording, and layout—so nothing gets missed.
What file formats can I upload?
PDFs are ideal, but we can also handle screenshots, Word docs, even photos from your phone. If we can read it, we can review it.
How long does it take?
Standard turnaround is within 24 hours, Mon-Fri. If it's urgent, email us—we'll see what we can do.
What if my quote looks fine?
Great-we'll tell you that too. We're not here to find problems where there aren't any. If your quote's clean and fair, we'll say so.
Do you contact my builder?
Never. This is completely confidential. We review your quote and send you the report—what you do with it is up to you.
What do I actually get back?
You'll receive a clean, annotated version of your quote - PDF - plus a plain-English summary of any issues we found—and what to do next.
Why would I need a second opinion on a builder's quote?
Because most quotes are vague, full of assumptions, or padded with extras you'd never spot unless you've seen 100+ before. A second opinion helps you challenge, clarify, or walk away before it costs you thousands.
Can you help me get another quote if mine's bad?
Not directly-but we'll tell you what's missing or unclear so you can go back to your builder, or others, and get it sorted. Think of us as your guide, not your broker.
What if I've got two or three quotes for the same job?
That's actually ideal. We can compare them side-by-side, flag inconsistencies, and help you understand who's offering what—and where the risks are. Get in touch and we'll give you a multi-quote discount.
Have another question?
Please reach out to us and we'll be happy to help with any query you might have.