MyBuildAlly vs Hiring a Quantity Surveyor
Quantity surveyors provide detailed, professional cost advice — but for most residential projects, you can get a solid second opinion instantly with MyBuildAlly.
Instant expert analysis at a fraction of the cost.
Side-by-side comparison
Speed
MyBuildAllyResults in under 60 seconds
Quantity Surveyor1-3 weeks turnaround
Cost
MyBuildAllyFree estimate, £10/project for full analysis
Quantity Surveyor£500-£2,000+ per project
Availability
MyBuildAlly24/7, instant access online
Quantity SurveyorOffice hours, appointment needed
Quote review
MyBuildAllyUpload any builder quote for expert analysis
Quantity SurveyorDetailed manual review of specifications
Scope gap detection
MyBuildAllyCommon missing items flagged automatically
Quantity SurveyorExpert knowledge identifies all gaps
Best for
MyBuildAllyResidential projects, quick second opinion
Quantity SurveyorLarge/complex projects, formal valuations
When to use which
Use MyBuildAlly when...
- You want a quick sanity check on a builder's quote
- Your project is a standard residential extension or renovation
- You need results now, not in two weeks
- Your budget doesn't stretch to £500+ for a QS
Use a QS when...
- Your project exceeds £200,000 in value
- You need formal contract documentation
- The build involves complex commercial elements
- You require expert witness or dispute resolution
Many homeowners use MyBuildAlly as a first step to understand their quote, then engage a quantity surveyor if the project warrants it.
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