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Keeping loft conversion costs down

I have an excellent builder that has previously renovated my house. He is not very internet savvy and has been repeatedly impressed by prices I have paid for the kitchen, bathroom, flooring etc that I have sourced online.

I am going to ask him to quote for my loft conversion (L-shaped dormer--2 bedrooms and an en-suite). Are there any particularly good bargains that can be achieved online for any importants parts e.g windows, tiles etc that I should volunteer to source to keep costs down? Any recommended websites?

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  • phil24_7
    phil24_7 Posts: 1,535 Forumite
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    If you source materials, it becomes your fault should they be unsuitable or unusable. Any delays and costs caused by this will be your responsibility so keep that in mind.
  • Hoploz
    Hoploz Posts: 3,888 Forumite
    For windows I would suggest off-the-peg UPVC from Wickes or similar. No idea on the quality but custom sizes are far more so get the openings made the right size to suit the cheaper windows!
  • rosie383
    rosie383 Posts: 4,981 Forumite
    Walls and floors in Kettering for tiles. I think they have another showroom around the South East too.
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