Architect Fees

[rockyracoon]

When an architect prices a job, is there any sort of formula to it. We've had a quote for a single storey, flat roof extension, (6m x 8m), it's just under a grand more than a recent quote for a house up the road which had a double storey to the back and side with a loft conversion.

Don't know if the chap that came here is really, really good as his job, or if he's taking the......

[weecalf]

If he is anything like the guy who caught me a long time ago .Look at the length of his arms that all im saying ......

[jackthehat]

Morning, Rocky.

A couple of things to bear in mind; you don't need an Architect (RIBA) to design anything, an Architectural Technologist/Technician is just as competent. Assuming you may mean 'someone who draws plans' rather than an actual Architect, there is no formula......we just charge based on time-taken and how complicated the project is.
There are 2-parts (usually) to a project.
1. Measuring up and producing 'before' and 'after' plans for Planning Permission.......and shepherding the application through the Planning Process.
(Although Planing Permission is not always required)
2. Producing annotated scaled drawings with all of the notes/information necessary for a builder to construct the project and to satisfy the Building Regulations.
I must admit, if *I* were pricing the job, an extension of that size wouldn't see me reaching £1 grand, let alone £1 grand more than the next quote!!!!
I really suggest that you look elsewhere.
If you want any more info, just ask.....:o)

[rockyracoon]

Thanks Jack, you've confirmed what we thought. We anticipated £1200, but not £2300. We've got a couple of numbers to ring so hopefully we'll find someone a bit cheaper.

Jack, I might take you up on a bit of advice later, if that's OK.

Thanks again :)