We've seen a house we'd like to buy, but it needs some general updating work. All either of us have ever done before is decorative. This needs new windows, new boiler, loft/cavity wall insulation, repairs to drainpipes, re-plastering in places, ultimately a small extension to add downstairs toilet and utility room.
We are keen to cost it as we are choosing between two houses, one recently renovated and this cheaper one that needs work. We want the cheaper one but only if it will still be cheaper after we do the work! How do we go about getting guide costs when we can't ask builders to come out and quote? I'm sure this is the kind of thing someone must have put on the web, but am failing to persuade google to find such a place today Any tips please?
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how do you estimate cost of work needed on a property you're thinking of buying?
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MamaChris · 02/08/2008 16:09
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