Why the deposit moment matters
Before a deposit, you can still ask hard questions, compare properly, and walk away. After a deposit, most homeowners feel locked in, even when the quote is weak.
Before money changes hands
Check your builder quote before paying a deposit
The most important time to question a builder quote is before the deposit is paid. Once you have committed, vague wording and missing items become much harder to challenge.
Red flags before paying
Watch for quote wording that sounds harmless but leaves cost open.
- Subject to site conditions
- By others
- To client selection
- Provisional sum
- Excluded unless stated
- Day rate for variations
What we give you
A clear written view on the main risks and the questions to ask before you pay.
The position
Quote review is the doorway. Extension advice is the service.
Most homeowners first feel the problem when a builder quote lands, a deposit is requested, or two prices do not match. That is where TBG enters the conversation, then widens the advice to the project risk behind the quote.
Best next step
If you are not sure which route fits, start with the Quick Review. If you have multiple quotes or detailed drawings, use the detailed quote review or East Midlands site survey.
Start Quick ReviewQuick answers
Can you review a quote quickly?
Yes. The Quick Review is designed for fast pre-deposit decisions.
What if I only have photos or drawings?
That is fine. Send what you have and we will tell you what can and cannot be judged from it.