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Frequently Asked Questions
Providing Fast and
Accurate estimating
services for over
15
Years
Why Choose SG Estimating?

Unlike most estimating conpanies, we do not have any hidden charges.
With 90% of all projects being covered under ONE competitve Service
Charge (A). This includes ALL Consultation Time (except external visits),
ALL Telephone, Fax and Email Charges, Postage, Drawing Prints* and
Copying etc.
NO Additional Charges**


What Are Your Costs?

We have simple to understand service charges, depending on the
requirements for your particular project. Please click here for a full
explanation of our charges.


What Prices Are Used In The Estimate Reports?

We use SEC Estimating Software, where prices are taken direct from the
manufacturers, and consists of over 380,000 items which are all updated
on a weekly basis.


Do Material Costs Include Discounts?

Yes, an average discount percentage is linked to most items on our
database, formulated from clients and suppliers over the years.


Can You Incorporate Our Preferential Discounts?

Yes, if they are provided to us in advance of completing the estimate
report.


Do You Obtain Specified Manufacturer's Quotations?

Yes, and with any suppliers or sub-contractors that are not specified, we
will use your list of preferred suppliers & sub contractors.


Do You Include a Labour Rate On The Report?

Yes, in man hours, but only as a guide and to obtain a total for invoicing
purposes. This can be changed at your request for the final report which
is sent to you.


Do You Charge For Alterations And Amendments After Completion?

Not within reason. Minor changes to the original report will all be included
in the Original Service Charge.


Do You Keep The Documentation After Completetion Of The Report?

Yes, all documents, drawings, enquiries sent, quotations received are kept
for one year in filing. After a year they will all be destroyed unless
previously requested by the client that they want them returned.
* - Printing of A1 & A0 drawings for an estimate report being charged under
Service Charge (A) will be FREE, up to a maximum of 25No. A1/A0's
** - No Hidden Charges is based on preparing an estimate report for a non-D&B
project with a complete, pre-designed Mechanical/Eletrical Services.
150A Brighton Road, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 2YY