Unfinished projects
When work stops mid-project, the replacement cost is rarely small.
Independent Builder Due Diligence
Independent Builder Due Diligence
We bring transparency, intelligence, and accountability to an industry where trust is often blind.
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- project value fit
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- builder commissions
The Problem
In today’s climate, builder risk can become expensive fast.
With rising build costs, inflation, and household budgets under pressure, homeowners cannot afford avoidable mistakes before work begins.
Hidden extras
Ambiguous quotes and contracts can turn budgets into moving targets.
Poor workmanship
Quality issues often appear after deposits and trust are already spent.
Disputes and delays
Weak terms and vague schedules make conflict harder to avoid.
Builders disappearing
Background checks can reveal instability before commitment.
And with materials and labour costs at record highs, even a small mistake can now snowball into thousands of pounds in extra spend.
Most of these disasters could have been prevented with proper due diligence.
BuildIntel exists to stop this from happening to you.
What We Do
Independent Builder Due Diligence
We analyse your builder's background, financial stability, insurance, workmanship, contracts, and risk profile — before you hire them.
Our intelligence protects your project.
We are not builders. We are not architects. We are not project managers.
We are independent analysts who work solely for you.
How BuilderIntel Works
Four steps from blind trust to clear decision.
You tell us who you're thinking of hiring
Send us the builder's name, company details, and any quotes or contracts.
We conduct a full duediligence investigation
We check company history, financial stability, CCJs & disputes, insurance validity, trading history, online reputation, contract red flags, payment schedule risks, workmanship evidence, client references, compliance & safety indicators.
You receive a BuilderIntel Report™
Clear, actionable intelligence including risk summary, red flags, recommendations, and next steps.
You make a confident decision
No guesswork. No blind trust. No nasty surprises.
Investigation Scope
The checks behind every informed decision.
BuilderIntel looks beyond the quote and examines the indicators that can change the outcome of a renovation.
Company history
Financial stability
CCJs & disputes
Insurance validity
Trading history
Online reputation
Contract red flags
Payment schedule risks
Workmanship evidence
Client references
Compliance indicators
Safety signals
Why BuilderIntel
We protect your renovation like it’s our own.
Independent
We don't work for builders. We don't take commissions. We work only for you.
Analytical
Our process is forensic, structured, and evidencebased.
Experienced
We've analysed a wide range of builders, contracts, and renovation scenarios. While no one has seen every mistake, we've seen enough patterns to know what the red flags look like - and how to spot them early.
Premium
We show you exactly what we find, why it matters, and how it affects your project. No jargon. No ambiguity. Just clear, actionable intelligence.
High ROI
Avoiding a risky builder can save you thousands in delays, disputes, and unfinished work. Our duediligence service pays for itself many times over.
Services
Choose the level of intelligence your project needs.
Quick reassurance
£249
Builder Background Check
For smaller projects where you need early confidence.
Enquire now
Flagship investigation
£495–£795
Full Builder Due Diligence Report
Our forensic review of background, financial, contract, reputation, and workmanship risk.
Request report
Before signature
£295
Contract & Payment Schedule Review
Spot red flags in terms, milestones, and payment structure before you sign.
Review my contract
Who We Help
Built for the people carrying the risk.
Homeowners
Kitchens, extensions, lofts, and full refurbishments from £30k-£300k.
Property Investors
HMOs, flips, BRR projects, and repeat refurbishments.
Architects & Designers
Professionals who want to protect clients from contractor risk.
Social Proof
Trusted by homeowners and investors across the UK.
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"BuilderIntel saved us from hiring a builder with two CCJs and invalid insurance. Best £495 we've ever spent."
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"The BuilderIntel Score gave us clarity instantly. We chose the right builder and the project ran smoothly."
★★★★★
"As an investor, this is now part of my standard process. No builder gets hired without BuilderIntel."
Protect Your Renovation
Ready to protect your renovation?
Get independent intelligence on your builder before you commit.
Clear risk summary
Contract red flags
Actionable next steps