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11 UK Regions

Accurate cost estimates for any building project

Stop guessing and start pricing with confidence. MyQS delivers itemised cost estimates using current UK material and labour rates, calibrated to your region — in seconds, not days.

Why your estimates need to be accurate

Underquote and you lose money. Overquote and you lose the job. MyQS gets it right.

11 UK regions

Rates calibrated for Greater London, South East, South West, East, Midlands, North West, North East, Yorkshire, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Material & labour split

Every line item shows material costs and labour costs separately — so you can see exactly where the money goes.

Margins & VAT

Set your profit margin and MyQS calculates it automatically. VAT is handled for standard and CIS schemes.

Current rates

Pricing reflects current UK market rates for materials and labour — not outdated price books or rough estimates.

How MyQS estimates your costs

Professional unit-rate estimating — the most accurate method for construction pricing

Step 1

Describe the job

Upload photos from site, PDF floor plans, a written description, or a voice note. Use any combination — the more detail, the better the estimate.

Step 2

Instant itemised pricing

Every task is identified, measured and priced individually. Material costs, labour rates and quantities are calculated using current UK data for your region.

Step 3

Review and send

Check the estimate, adjust margins if needed, and download a branded PDF. Share via email or the client portal.

What you get in every estimate

Itemised cost breakdowns per task
Material and labour costs shown separately
UK regional pricing across 11 regions
Profit margin calculated automatically
VAT handling for standard and CIS
Floor plan analysis with room-by-room costs
Photo-to-estimate in under 30 seconds
Branded PDF output with your company logo
NRM1-structured trade categories
Client portal for online quote acceptance

Frequently asked questions

A professional quantity surveyor typically charges £500-£2,000+ for a detailed estimate depending on project size. MyQS provides the same level of detail — itemised costs, regional rates, material and labour breakdowns — starting from free (15 credits/month) with paid plans from £29/month. You can generate multiple estimates per month for less than the cost of a single QS visit.

MyQS uses detailed unit-rate estimating — the most accurate method for construction pricing. Every item of work is identified, measured and priced individually using current UK material and labour rates. This is the same approach used by professional quantity surveyors, following NRM1 measurement standards. Rates are calibrated across 11 UK regions to reflect local cost variations.

MyQS uses up-to-date UK material and labour rates calibrated by region. For standard residential and commercial projects, estimates are comparable to those produced by experienced quantity surveyors. The system accounts for regional cost differences, current material prices and standard labour rates. You can review and adjust any line item before finalising your quote.

Yes. MyQS can generate a full cost estimate from photos taken on site. The system identifies the scope of work visible in your photos, determines quantities and applies current UK rates. You can also combine photos with text descriptions or voice notes for more detailed estimates. For larger projects, upload PDF floor plans for room-by-room pricing.

Get your first estimate free

15 free credits every month. Accurate, itemised cost estimates — ready in seconds.

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