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Construction cost estimates – Łódź and the Łódź region
I prepare construction cost estimates for private investors, contractors and institutions in Łódź and the Łódź region. A well-prepared estimate shows what the build will really cost and lets you compare contractors’ offers on the same basis.
Types of estimates
- Investor estimate
- Sets the expected cost of the project before it starts – the basis for the budget and for talks with contractors.
- Tender estimate
- A price for the works prepared by or for a contractor, submitted to the investor or in a tender.
- As-built estimate
- Settlement of the work actually done, based on measurement – including additional and substituted work.
- Bill of quantities
- A list of the planned work with the quantities of each item – the starting point for any estimate.
How an estimate is prepared
Documents
You send the design or a description of the scope of work, or we arrange a site visit.
Quantities
I calculate the quantities of work and materials from the design or from measurement.
Pricing
I apply current prices for materials, labour and plant in the Łódź region.
The finished estimate
You receive the estimate in electronic or printed form, with the items explained.
When a construction cost estimate is needed
An estimate is useful before building a house, extending or renovating – it lets you plan the budget and avoid underestimating the project.
Banks require a cost estimate and a schedule of works for a house-building loan. An estimate may also be needed to settle with a contractor, in a dispute over the value of works, or for a claim to an insurer.
I combine estimating with practice on site, so the pricing reflects the real technology and sequence of work, not just catalogue items.
Frequently asked questions
What does a construction cost estimate contain?
A bill of quantities or measurement of the works, unit prices, the cost of labour, materials and plant, overheads and profit – and on that basis the total value of the works.
How much does a construction cost estimate cost?
The price depends on the scope of work and how complete the documents are. A quote for the estimate is free – just send the design or a description of the works through the form, or call 609 682 508.
What documents are needed for an estimate?
The building or detailed design, a description of the scope of work and the expected finishing standard. For renovations a site visit and measurement are usually enough.
Do you prepare estimates for a house-building loan?
Yes. I prepare the cost estimate and schedule of works required by the bank for a house-building loan, also on the bank’s own form.
What is the difference between an investor estimate and a tender estimate?
An investor estimate is prepared for the investor to set the expected cost of the project. A tender estimate is prepared by the contractor as their price for carrying out the works.
How long does an estimate take?
It depends on the size of the project. An estimate for a simple renovation or a detached house usually takes a few working days from receiving the complete documents.
Other services
- Slab formwork rentalComplete slab formwork sets for rent – sized by an engineer to the area, thickness and support height of your slab.
- Site supervision and construction managementConstruction management and investor supervision: site log, checks against the design, inspections of work and the documents needed to complete the build.
Order an estimate
Phone is fastest. You can also e-mail or send the form – I will call or write back.
- Civil engineer
- Zbigniew Szwed
- Phone
- 609 682 508
- edbud.szwed@wp.pl
- Address
- EDBUD Zbigniew Szwed
Grodzisko 62A, 95-030 Grodzisko - Contact hours
- 6 am – 10 pm
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