Hi Guys,
I have read various estimates for extensions saying that they tend to cost around £1200 per sq meter.
We are looking have a 3m x 8m extension and trying to decide on whether to employ a builder to carry out the entire project, or to project manage ourselves.
Whilst not experts we have carried out a few renovations, and have contacts for most trades who have proved reliable (other than a groundworker for site clearance, drainage, foundations etc although I am sure we could find one).
I assume a builder is in effect a project manager and although may do most of the work, will probably bring in other trades as and when needed, but will add on, I assume, a reasonable profit.
If the average quote from several builders is for example £30,000 for my extension, could you give me an idea of the 'profit' element of this, ie if I project manage myself, what sort of saving could I make.
My architect has offered to assist me in the project management by visiting the site once or twice a week as required throughout the build at £100 per visit to check on key stages etc.
I would be grateful for any thoughts, Cheers!
I have read various estimates for extensions saying that they tend to cost around £1200 per sq meter.
We are looking have a 3m x 8m extension and trying to decide on whether to employ a builder to carry out the entire project, or to project manage ourselves.
Whilst not experts we have carried out a few renovations, and have contacts for most trades who have proved reliable (other than a groundworker for site clearance, drainage, foundations etc although I am sure we could find one).
I assume a builder is in effect a project manager and although may do most of the work, will probably bring in other trades as and when needed, but will add on, I assume, a reasonable profit.
If the average quote from several builders is for example £30,000 for my extension, could you give me an idea of the 'profit' element of this, ie if I project manage myself, what sort of saving could I make.
My architect has offered to assist me in the project management by visiting the site once or twice a week as required throughout the build at £100 per visit to check on key stages etc.
I would be grateful for any thoughts, Cheers!