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Content reviewed: 2026-10-14

# Defect and remedial cost schedule

Record alleged defects, the response, access arrangements and supported remedial costs item by item.

by [Jack Butler-Kettle](<https://www.quantsurv.com/about#jack-butler-kettle>) · About 2 min readShare

## How to use it

Separate an allegation from an agreed defect. Record the opportunity to inspect and remedy, then support each cost with quantities and evidence.

### Defect and remedial cost schedule

Separate an allegation from an agreed defect. Record the opportunity to inspect and remedy, then support each cost with quantities and evidence.

[Download blank Excel workbook](<https://www.quantsurv.com/downloads/library/defect-and-remedial-cost-schedule.xlsx>)

Free blank template for your own project. The completed example is shown below. No email address required.

View the completed example

Completed fictional example

Westhaven refurbishment · 14 October 2026 · Version 1.0

#### Defect and remedial cost schedule

Scroll across if needed to read the whole record. A dash means no value has been entered.

Defect and remedial cost schedule: completed fictional example
| Item / location | Allegation / response | Quantity | Unit | Rate (£) | Proposed cost (£) | Evidence / status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| S-04 / corridor | Two missing label plates; accepted | 2 | each | £15.00 | £30.00 | Photo P-1204; own team to fit 16 Oct |
| S-05 / Level 2 | Damaged board; responsibility disputed | 4 | m² | £40.00 | £160.00 | Photo P-1210; request access and damage history |

The £190 total is a proposed remedial estimate, not an agreed deduction. Preserve response and remedy records before concluding liability.

## Understanding your results

The £190 total is a proposed remedial estimate, not an agreed deduction. Preserve response and remedy records before concluding liability.

## How it works

The workbook provides blank working records. Grey cells calculate from the entered inputs; yellow cells are for your information. The completed example stays on this page.

Read the [related guidance](<https://www.quantsurv.com/claims-against-you/faq/assessing-defects-and-remedial-costs>) for the context and checks behind this template.

If you need help preparing or reviewing the project records, our [quantity surveying services](<https://www.quantsurv.com/quantity-surveying>) explain the tasks available under a separate appointment. Agree the deliverable, responsibilities and required specialist input before work starts.

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