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For homeowners

Keep your building project under control.

Track the original quote, agreed extras, payments and important records in one simple place.

Clear records. Fewer surprises.

Built for homeowners having an extension, loft, kitchen, bathroom or renovation done. Works with one builder or several trades — they never need an account.

  • Know what you agreed.
  • Know what you've paid.
  • Know what needs checking.

Example project

Original builder quote£38,500
Agreed extras+£2,300
Agreed reductions−£500
Expected final cost£40,300
Final invoice£43,750

Difference to check

£3,450

BuildRecord doesn't decide whether a charge is right or wrong. It shows you the difference between your record and the final bill, so you know what to check with your builder before you pay.

How BuildRecord works

  1. Step 1

    Save your starting point

    Upload your quote as a PDF or photo, or type the figure in. Quote or estimate — it's your clear starting figure.

  2. Step 2

    Record changes as they happen

    Extras, reductions, no-cost changes and amounts not yet agreed. Only what you mark as agreed counts towards your expected cost.

  3. Step 3

    Keep the evidence and payments

    Save the WhatsApp screenshot, email or photo next to the change, and log each deposit or stage payment as you pay it.

  4. Step 4

    Check the final bill

    Compare the final invoice with your record and see what matches, what needs checking and what to ask your builder about.

Clear records make conversations easier for everyone.

During a build, the original price gets hard to compare with the final bill because extras and changes were agreed in conversations, WhatsApp messages and emails. BuildRecord keeps that trail in one calm, factual record — good for you and fair to your builder.

Built for homeowners

Works with the quotes, screenshots, messages, photos and invoices you already receive.

Your project records in one place

Your projects and files sit in your own private account. Uploaded files are never public — they open through short-lived private links only you can request.

Clear figures, no construction software

Original quote, expected final cost, paid so far and expected remaining — on one screen, on your phone, on site.

One project. One payment.

Start free. When you're ready to check the final bill, unlock Final Bill Check and your complete project record for £19.99, once. Paddle converts this to your local currency at checkout.

Free

£0

Create your project and start organising your building costs for free.

  • Create one project
  • Upload your original quote
  • Record up to 3 changes
  • Record up to 3 payments
  • Try BuildRecord

Full BuildRecord

£19.99 one-off per project

One project. One payment. No subscription.

  • Unlimited changes
  • Unlimited payments
  • Evidence attachments (fair storage limits apply)
  • Full project timeline
  • Final Bill Check
  • Project Record export
  • No monthly subscription

Common questions

What is BuildRecord?

BuildRecord helps homeowners keep a clear record of their builder's original quote, agreed changes, payments and final invoice.

Is BuildRecord for builders?

BuildRecord is primarily designed for homeowners managing building, renovation or improvement work. Your builder never needs an account.

Does BuildRecord tell me if my builder has overcharged me?

No. BuildRecord compares the information you record against the final amount charged and highlights differences that may need checking.

Does BuildRecord provide legal advice?

No. BuildRecord is an organisational and record-keeping tool. It does not provide legal, financial or professional construction advice.

How much does BuildRecord cost?

You can start your project for free. Full BuildRecord costs £19.99 as a one-off payment for one project. There is no monthly subscription. Paddle converts the price to your local currency at checkout.

What happens to my project records?

Your projects, figures and files are stored in your own private account and only you can open them. Files are never public — they open through short-lived private links. You can ask us to export or delete your data at any time using the data request form in the footer.

Know what you agreed before you pay the final bill.

Keep your quote, agreed changes, payments and evidence in one place — then check the final bill against your records.

Full BuildRecord: £19.99 one-off per project. No subscription.

BuildRecord helps you organise information about your project and compare your records. It does not provide legal, surveying, quantity surveying, financial or construction advice and does not determine whether an amount is legally payable. AI can make mistakes — always check important information against your original documents.