How MyBuildAlly works
Four steps to understanding what your project should cost and whether your builder quotes stack up.
1
Describe your project
Tell us the basics about your build.
- Project type — extension, loft conversion, renovation, etc.
- Floor area in square metres
- Your postcode for regional pricing
- Specification level — basic, standard, or premium
- Optional extras like underfloor heating or bi-fold doors
60 seconds
2
Get your estimate
Receive a detailed cost breakdown instantly.
- Trade-by-trade costs across 14 categories
- Low, mid, and high ranges for each trade
- Main contractor vs direct trade comparison
- Total project cost with regional adjustment
- Downloadable PDF report to share
Instant
3
Upload your quotes
Get your builder quotes analysed instantly.
Requires account (6 free analyses)
- Upload PDF quotes from your builders
- Line items extracted automatically
- Each item compared against regional benchmarks
- Scope gaps and missing trades flagged
- Overcharges highlighted with evidence
Under 30 seconds
4
Decide with confidence
Full picture on price, scope, and value.
Requires account (6 free analyses)
- Side-by-side quote comparison
- "What Others Paid" data from your area
- Clear action items for negotiation
- Share comparisons with family or advisors
- Save projects to revisit as quotes come in
Your pace