Quantity Surveyors and Cost Consultants
We specialise in providing Independent Financial Cost & Risk Consultancy for Home Building Projects
BuildSight was founded in 2025 to bring professional Quantity Surveying and Cost Consultancy to Domestic Clients and Homeowners who are undertaking construction works to their homes and private property.Having worked in the UK construction sector for over 10 years in specialist cost consultancy and project management, our Directors at BuildSight can offer a wealth of experience in helping clients navigate construction costs and risks before they commit to builders and designs.
Our advice could save you £10,000 - £100,000 or more on your construction costs
Our aim at BuildSight is to help clients understand the true cost and risk associated with their project, so that they can make confident decisions before proceeding with builders or a specific design idea.
Independent Cost & Risk Surveys
At BuildSight we are different to other Cost Consultancies; our team of experienced Quantity Surveyors provide independent, early stage Cost and Risk Reports, rather than an ongoing project management service.Our initial engagement aims to help clients set off on the right tracks with their project; a service not too disimilar to a Building Survey before buying a new home.Our impartial, bespoke reports provide clients with the means to take projects forward, having been fully briefed on the financial implications and risk areas affecting their project.Our services help Domestic Clients including Homeowners, Investors, or Land-Lords.
Who can we help?
Our service aims to assist clients who are undertaking the following construction activities:1. Planning an extension, renovation, new build, general construction works
2. Buying a property with development potential
3. Unsure whether building quotes received are priced reasonably
4. Wanting budget clarity before or during design and tender stages
What our clients will receive
We produce bespoke Cost & Risk Reports containing the below key information.1. Build cost ranges assessed against current market conditions
2. Key cost drivers
3. Project risks and uncertainties
4. Clear assumptions and exclusions
6. A professional report, written by experienced Quantity Surveyors
What we need from you
1. Complete a comprehensive project questionnaire
2. Upload your plans, specification, and any other information relevant to your project
3. Our independent Quantity Surveyors assess scope, cost, and risk
4. We issue a comprehensive Cost & Risk Survey within days.
Our pricing
Our service is provided on a fixed-fee basis, typically ranging from £750-£950 for small projects, through to £1,500 - £2,000+ for large projects. We will provide a bespoke fee proposal tailored to meet project size and complexity.
Quantity Surveyors working for you
Our expert team of Quantity Surveyors hold years of experience working for Developers and Builders. We know what risks can make or break construction projects, and we aim to share our expertise with clients so that they gain financial insight, before committing to go ahead.
Stop guessing, start knowing
Get clarity now before you commit
Initial Enquiry Form
Fill out our initial enquiry form below so that we may begin helping you with your project within 24 hours. Please provide as much detail as possible about your project in the description box. We will review the information submitted and will be in touch via email to advise on next steps.