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Estimating Services

Electrical, Mechanical & Building.

Fast, Accurate & Expertly Delivered Estimates. Save time and focus on your projects. Let us handle the estimating.

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Who we are

 At HotCost, we provide professional estimating services for builders, contractors, and developers across the UK. Our experienced estimators transform your drawings or specifications into accurate, itemised reports — helping you quote confidently, save time, and win more work.
We combine real industry experience with reliable processes, ensuring every estimate is produced to a high professional standard and delivered on time.

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10+

Years of Experience

1500+

Projects Completed

4.8/5

Customer Satisfaction Score

98%

Project Success Rate

What We Do

We prepare detailed, itemised estimates for all construction disciplines:

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Electrical Estimating

Lighting, power distribution, small power, containment, and accessories — priced directly from your drawings.

Mechanical Estimating

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, and drainage — comprehensive M&E coverage.

Building Estimates

Full building works, foundations, finishes, and fittings — all measured and costed precisely.

How It Works

Getting started with HotCost is quick and straightforward:

01

Upload Your Drawings or Specifications

Use our secure upload form or email your project details directly to our estimating team.

02

We Prepare the Estimate

Our qualified estimators measure and price every item using UK-standard rates and methods.

03

Receive and Review

You’ll receive a clear, itemised report ready for tendering or budgeting — with revisions available if needed.

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Why Choose HotCost?

We make estimating simpler, faster, and more accurate. Here’s why contractors across the UK trust us

01

Industry Experience

Decades of combined expertise in Electrical, Mechanical, and Building estimating across projects of every scale and sector.

02

Clear & Flexible Formats

All estimates provided in PDF and Excel – easy to review, share, and integrate into your workflow.


03

Detailed Breakdown

Every estimate includes labour and material costs with a full summary sheet, so you know exactly where your budget stands

04

Fixed Fee Pricing

Transparent pricing based on project requirements, not project value – no hidden charges.


05

Customer Care as Standard

A dedicated point of contact, responsive support, and professional communication throughout the project.

06

Winning Tenders Support

Our tailored estimates are designed to help you submit compliant, competitive, and successful bids.

See the Quality Before You Decide

Explore examples of our previous estimates and take-offs — from residential extensions to large-scale commercial
projects. Each sample showcases our structured, itemised reporting format and professional presentation.

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At HotCost, all pricing is based on estimated time required. We review your drawings and specifications first, then provide A clear, fixed fee before any work begins.

How Our Fees Work

 
  • You send us your drawings or specifications
  • We review scope, complexity and required disciplines
  • We calculate the time required to prepare your estimate
  • We provide a fixed-fee quotation based solely on that time
  • No percentage-based pricing, no value-based fees, and no hidden charges

What You Can Expect

 
  • Transparent, fair pricing
  • A fixed quote sent after document review
  • Turnaround time confirmed in advance
  • No additional fees unless the scope changes

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What Our Clients Say

4.8/5

Customer Satisfaction Score

Fast turnaround and excellent communication.

“We use HotCost regularly now. Their reports are always structured, easy to follow and delivered within the agreed timeframe.”

Sarah T., 

Construction Manager, Manchester

Fast turnaround and excelle...

“We use HotCost regularly now. Their reports are always structured, easy to follow and delivered within the agreed timeframe.”

Sarah T., 

Construction Manager, Manchester

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today and receive a professional estimate within days.

Message Us

info@hotcost.co.uk

Call Us

+44 (0)20 XXXX XXXX

Location

1234 Main St. Anytown, UK 12345

Business Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed