About Laxton's
Laxton's produces an annual building price book, which is a leading resource for construction costs in the UK
A recognised name for construction pricing
For generations, Laxton’s has been recognised as one of the UK’s most reliable, comprehensive, and authoritative sources of construction pricing information. Built on a foundation of accuracy, clarity, and industry expertise, Laxton’s continues to support professionals across the construction sector with dependable cost data they can trust.
Accurate, Up-to-Date Pricing You Can Depend On
Laxton’s pricing data is carefully prepared from first principles, ensuring every labour allowance and material cost reflects real-world conditions. Each edition is updated to include current market prices, industry changes, and new products, providing users with information that is both relevant and practical.
Laxton’s commitment to accuracy remains essential at a time when the construction industry faces rising labour costs, inflation, energy price uncertainty, and ongoing global supply chain challenges. Each edition reflects these realities to help professionals make better-informed decisions.
Designed for Ease of Use
Every Laxton’s edition is built with usability at its core. A clear main contents page, detailed index sections, and work sections for all method of measurement sections ensure fast, intuitive navigation. Whether you’re pricing routine items or exploring more complex construction scenarios, Laxton’s delivers the information and detail needed to work efficiently.
Available Within Eque2's Evaluate Software
To support digital workflows and modern estimating practices, Laxton’s libraries are now also fully available within Eque2’s EValuate Estimating software. This integration makes it easier than ever for professionals to access trusted Laxton’s data directly within their estimating environment.
Our History
Laxton's Building Price Books have a long history as the UK's leading construction cost guide, evolving from early editions by William Laxton in the early 19th century, to current versions, that provide detailed, first-principles pricing for materials and labour, adapting to measurement standards SMM7 and NRM2.
A Resource Trusted by Industry Professionals
For generations, Laxton’s has been relied upon by the construction industry’s most respected experts from quantity surveyors and estimators to project managers, contractors, developers, and local authorities. Our continued aim is to produce a
price book that supports their work with clarity, precision, and dependable cost data.
Every job we price is different, but Laxton’s takes it all in its stride
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Our Commitment
As the construction landscape continues to change, Laxton’s remains committed to providing clear, comprehensive, and up-to-date pricing information. Our aim is simple: to support every professional who depends on accurate, reliable construction cost data.