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What should it cost? Indicative UK prices
When a job needs a professional, the next question is what it should cost. These guides give indicative UK price ranges for common home and garden work, drawn from public trade price data, so you can judge a quote rather than be surprised by one. They are a reference, not a quote: always get a written quote for your job.
Frequently asked questions
Are these prices a quote?
No. Every figure on these pages is an indicative UK range drawn from public trade price guides, intended as a market reference. The real cost of your job depends on its severity, access and your area, so always get a written quote from a qualified tradesperson.
Why do you not give one exact price?
Because an honest single figure rarely exists. Costs vary widely with the size of the problem, access, the method used and region. Quoting a precise number would be misleading, so we give ranges and explain what drives the price so you can judge a quote you receive.
How do I avoid overpaying?
Get more than one written quote, confirm what is and is not included, and be wary of a price quoted before anyone has seen the problem. For damp in particular, an independent diagnosis first can save you a large bill for treatment you do not need.
Editor, HomesAndHedge
Oliver leads HomesAndHedge's editorial coverage of home and garden problems. He researches and writes the plain-English explainers on pests, invasive plants, damp and mould, drainage and wildlife, drawing on guidance from bodies such as the Property Care Association, the RHS and the NHS, and is clear about when a job needs a qualified professional.
Last reviewed: 8 June 2026