Extra charges
Builder charging extra? Check what the paperwork actually says.
When an extra charge appears, there are really two questions: what do the documents say, and does the charge have to be paid? QuoteTrace helps with the first one.
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Understanding the documents vs deciding what's payable
Understanding the documents means knowing what work was described in the original quote, what the new charge describes, and where the two differ or are unclear.
Deciding whether a charge is legally or contractually payable depends on your contract, what was agreed and the law. That's a decision for you, your contractor and, where needed, a qualified professional — not for QuoteTrace.
How QuoteTrace helps with the paperwork
- Upload the original quote and the extra charge.
- See both documents summarised side by side in plain English.
- Get questions you may want to ask before agreeing to pay more.
A simple example
IllustrativeOriginal quote
Extension: “foundations, blockwork and roof to drawings”.
New charge
“Extra depth to foundations — £1,200.”
QuoteTrace might note
The original quote mentions foundations but does not state a depth.
Question to ask
Consider asking what foundation depth the original price assumed.
An illustrative example with sample figures, not a real customer. See the full demo.
What QuoteTrace can tell you
- What the documents appear to say
- What appears to have changed
- What is unclear or not stated
- Questions you may want to ask
What QuoteTrace does not do
- Decide whether a charge is legally or contractually payable
- Say whether a builder has acted unfairly
- Assess whether extra work was technically necessary
- Give legal advice
Questions
More answers in our FAQ. See how documents are handled in the Privacy Policy.
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