Why use a Quantity Surveyor?

Construction projects rarely proceed without issues and can quickly exceed budgets and timescales when cost professionals are not involved from the outset. Whether you are a Self-builder starting off on your first house or an established Contractor, you may want to think about involving a Quantity Surveyor as early as possible in the process. Engaging with a Quantity Surveyor early in your project, will provide an accurate cost estimation, obtaining the best live market prices and quality of materials and Sub-Contractor’s available to deliver the project in line with the budget. 

While your architect is designing your project for function and aesthetics, what consideration has been given to budget? If your design plan incorporates highly specified materials or finishes, this may causes issues with your budget, and you may be unaware of this until it is far too late into the project. This where your QS proves invaluable as an expert cost controller at the pre-construction stage.