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Labour, waste and machinery adjustments for restricted sites.

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Labour multiplier
1.15
Waste multiplier
1.08
Machinery advice
Mini-digger likely OK

Heads-up: Good access means you can take a 1.5 t digger and grab-away truck on-site — by far the cheapest way to move spoil and materials. Why it matters: Without a plate compactor, you have to hand-compact in 50 mm lifts — slow and rarely adequate.

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This app provides general UK guidance and material estimates only. It is not legal, planning, engineering or building-control advice. Always confirm requirements with your local planning authority, building control, utility providers, manufacturers or qualified professionals.