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Pricing reflects current UK market rates for materials and labour — not outdated price books or rough estimates.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
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.
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.
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
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.
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15 free credits every month. Accurate, itemised cost estimates — ready in seconds.
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