Question 1

What is Renovome and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Renovome turns your project description into a structured brief — scope, an indicative cost range, a programme on the UK working calendar, and the risks that can blow budgets. You describe the job in plain English, answer three short questions, and get a document you can send to matched professionals so everyone prices the same work.

Question 2

Is Renovome really free for homeowners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Drafting a brief, using the workspace, reading guides and browsing the directory are free. No card is required. We charge professionals only when they receive a brief they choose to respond to, so the service stays free for homeowners.

Question 3

What kind of projects can I use it for?

Accepted Answer

Anything from a leaking tap or a socket change up to a full renovation, extension or loft conversion. We have two flows: small jobs for quick trade work, and full projects for larger builds that need planning, design, structural work and tendering.

Question 4

How is the cost range calculated?

Accepted Answer

The range is built from project size, location, finish level and the type of work you describe. It is indicative — not a quote — and always shows the assumptions behind it. The goal is to give you a sensible starting point before professionals price the actual brief.

Question 5

Do I have to share my brief with professionals?

Accepted Answer

No. Your brief is private until you decide to send it. You choose which professionals see it and when. Nothing is shared automatically.

Question 6

What information do I need to get started?

Accepted Answer

Just a sentence describing the job — for example, 'we want a 24 sqm side return on our Victorian terrace in Bristol.' You can add rough size, budget, timing and worries as you go. Renovome asks the rest.

Question 7

Which areas of the UK do you cover?

Accepted Answer

Renovome is built for UK homeowners across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Our directory covers 300+ postcode areas and is growing every week.

Question 8

How do I get matched with professionals?

Accepted Answer

Once your brief is ready, Renovome suggests architects, engineers, builders and trades whose profiles match your project type and location. You review them, pick a shortlist, and send one consistent brief to everyone at once.

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