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We need to knock this wall through, and then we want to create one big room, we're going to also think about extending out there, but for now just quite knocking the wall through, making good, repainting, replustering, etc.
Easy job for one of our junior employees, maybe Pikaia. Try and fit it in over the next couple of weeks. Be good to do a good job, happy to price this fairly keenly because it won't take long and obviously potentially chance for us to get the full one work which would be much more valuable.
Draft quote
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- Assumed non-load-bearing wall — confirm structural assessment complete.
- Assumed standard paint and plaster quality — confirm match to customer decor.
- Access assumed to be unrestricted during working hours — confirm with customer.
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- Person-days3
- Start date2026-06-15
- Total£2,870
Customer scope
We propose to knock through your existing wall to create a larger open space. The work includes removing the wall, replastering, and repainting the surfaces for a clean finish.
Line items
- Removal of existing wall£600
- Replaster walls and ceiling£550
- Repaint walls and ceiling£400
- Crew labour (3 person-days)£840
Subtotal£2,390
VAT (20%)£478
Total£2,870
Assumptions
- Standard ground conditions and easy access to the space.
- Customer will provide electrical supply and allow for skip placement.
- Existing services in walls have been identified or are absent.
Exclusions
- Structural reinforcement beyond cosmetic plastering.
- Electrical or plumbing rerouting.
- Decorative finishes beyond standard painting.
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Crew: Bukayo, Phil, Marcus
Risks:
- Access to internal working area might be limited — ensure customer confirms access.
- Potential unseen structural issues — need to account for additional costs or delays if they arise.
- Timeline subject to other job completions — any overrun might delay start.
Rationale: Pricing based on similar small internal remodel jobs. Keen pricing strategy to secure potential further work (extension or larger renovation). Quick turnaround expected due to existing crew experience with jobs like lj-2025-10-fletcher-raised-beds and lj-2025-04-rashid-driveway.
Anchored to: lj-2025-10-fletcher-raised-beds
Questions to follow up:
- Confirm timing access to internal areas during the work.
- Confirm no structural reinforcements required — assume wall is non-load bearing.
- Confirm colours for repainting — plain white assumed.
Rationale by dimension:
- Pricing anchor: Based on lj-2025-10-fletcher-raised-beds, pricing similar internal fit-out and light construction/carpentry works.
- Crew: Picked week starting 2026-06-15 when Bukayo, Phil, and Marcus are available.
- Customer history: First-time customer, no prior history.
- Trade reference: Used standard day-rate for skilled and junior crew, painting/decoration prices cross-referenced.