DIY Derek: Repair Cost Guide

Snap a photo of any home job and DIYDerek turns it into a step-by-step plan, a tool and material list, and real UK pricing, so you know whether to do it yourself or what a fair tradesperson quote should cost.

Most home jobs leave you guessing where to start, what to buy, and whether a builder's price is fair. DIYDerek answers all three from one photo.

What you can do:

• Turn a photo into a clear, step-by-step DIY plan • See the exact tools and materials your job needs • Compare DIY cost against typical UK trade prices, side by side • Check a tradesperson's quote and see whether the price is fair • Get a quick price estimate from a single photo for smaller jobs • Review finished work for quality and value, before you pay or after the job • Keep your projects, estimates, reviews, and toolbox together in one place

How it works:

1. Photograph the job, the repair, or the finished work
2. Answer a couple of quick questions so Derek understands the scope
3. Get your plan, pricing, and notes in about a minute

DIYDerek is on your side, not the trade's. It is not a directory that passes your details to builders. It is a private second opinion that helps you do the job yourself with confidence, or walk into a quote already knowing the fair price.

Start with a free project, estimate, and review, then top up with credit packs when you need them. Credits never expire and there is no subscription.

Snap your first job and get a plan in minutes.

DIYDerek is a planning tool for UK homeowners and renters. Cost estimates are indicative only. Final pricing should be confirmed with an on-site visit from a qualified tradesperson.