This one’s a biggie – are you ready?

Getting realistic quotes for your project is make-or-break, but without strong guidance from you, builders quotes can come in vastly differently, and an underestimated quote can lead to tense relationships onsite, stressful budget overruns and unmet expectations.

In this episode, I cover three very important things you should do to secure as precise a builder quote as possible. Style boards make an unexpected appearance, but you’ll be amazed what a useful tool they can be – if done right. We also chat about structuring your project with a clear schedule of works that should leave little room for costly surprises.

And as always, I'll share some personal experiences and lessons learned over my many years of renovating, to help you avoid the same mistakes.

From the comfort of your earbuds, tune in and get ready to boss your home renovation project with confidence – this episode may just help stop your wallet from weeping!

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Hi, I’m Tash South — interior designer, renovation consultant, and founder of South Place Studio.

In this podcast, I share practical renovation advice, along with deeper insights into home and belonging.

If you’d like more resources and support, head to:
https://www.southplacestudio.com/freebies

If you’re navigating your own renovation, my RenoVersity programme offers a structured, guided and thoughtful approach to renovating with clarity, confidence and intention https://www.southplacestudio.com/renoversity

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