{"id":1270,"date":"2026-03-16T21:51:58","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T21:51:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kwsbuilder.co.uk\/?p=1270"},"modified":"2026-04-02T19:47:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T18:47:34","slug":"house-extension-cost-in-manchester-2026-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kwsbuilder.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/03\/16\/house-extension-cost-in-manchester-2026-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"House Extension Cost in Manchester (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1270\" class=\"elementor elementor-1270\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a7d1bfb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a7d1bfb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-256d94b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"256d94b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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Manchester? This guide explains typical price ranges, compares single-storey and double-storey options, and outlines the main factors that affect your budget so you can plan with more confidence.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-stat\">\r\n        <h3>Typical Budget Range<\/h3>\r\n        <p>\u00a334,000 \u2013 \u00a3160,000<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-stat\">\r\n        <h3>Average Build Time<\/h3>\r\n        <p>10 \u2013 18 Weeks<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-stat\">\r\n        <h3>Typical Cost Per m\u00b2<\/h3>\r\n        <p>\u00a31,300 \u2013 \u00a31,900+<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Get a Free Quote<\/a>\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-secondary\" href=\"#at-a-glance\">View At a Glance<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">In This Guide<\/h2>\r\n    <div class=\"kws-anchor-nav\">\r\n      <a href=\"#at-a-glance\">At a Glance<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#cost-comparison\">Cost Comparison<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#budget-table\">Budget Table<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#cost-factors\">What Affects Cost<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#timeline\">Timeline<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#is-it-worth-it\">Is It Worth It?<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#faqs\">FAQs<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"#kws-quote-form\">Get Quote<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">How Much Does a House Extension Cost in Manchester?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      A house extension is one of the most effective ways to add practical living space without the disruption of moving. Whether you want a larger kitchen, an open-plan family area, an extra bedroom, or a full layout transformation, the final cost depends on the size, structure, design, and finish level of the project.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <p>\r\n      In Manchester, many homeowners use extensions to make older properties work better for modern family life. The challenge is that no two homes are the same, which is why extension prices can vary so widely.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <p>\r\n      As a general guide, a straightforward single-storey extension may start from around <strong>\u00a334,000<\/strong>, while larger double-storey or double-plus-loft projects can go well above <strong>\u00a3100,000<\/strong>. The figures below are useful for planning, but the most accurate price will always come from a tailored site-specific quote.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\" id=\"at-a-glance\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">At a Glance<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"kws-section-intro\">\r\n      Here\u2019s a quick summary for homeowners comparing extension options.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n      <li>Single-storey extensions are usually the best fit for kitchen enlargements, dining areas, and open-plan living.<\/li>\r\n      <li>Double-storey extensions cost more overall but often deliver better value per square metre.<\/li>\r\n      <li>Double-storey plus loft projects create the most space but involve more structural complexity and a larger total budget.<\/li>\r\n      <li>Internal finish choices can significantly change your final cost.<\/li>\r\n      <li>Access, foundations, drainage, steels, and glazing can all affect labour and material costs.<\/li>\r\n      <li>A tailored quote is the best way to understand the true cost for your property.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Request a Tailored Quote<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-table-card\" id=\"cost-comparison\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">House Extension Cost Comparison<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"kws-section-intro\">\r\n      This table gives a useful starting point for comparing the most common extension formats.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-table-wrap\">\r\n      <table class=\"kws-table\">\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <th>Extension Type<\/th>\r\n            <th>Typical Size<\/th>\r\n            <th>Cost per m\u00b2<\/th>\r\n            <th>Typical Total Cost<\/th>\r\n            <th>Best For<\/th>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Single Storey<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>20\u201330m\u00b2<\/td>\r\n            <td>\u00a31,700 \u2013 \u00a31,900<\/td>\r\n            <td>\u00a334,000 \u2013 \u00a360,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Kitchen extensions, rear family rooms, open-plan layouts<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Double Storey<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>40\u201360m\u00b2 total<\/td>\r\n            <td>\u00a31,500 \u2013 \u00a31,800<\/td>\r\n            <td>\u00a380,000 \u2013 \u00a3120,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Adding downstairs living space plus extra bedrooms or bathrooms upstairs<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Double Storey + Loft<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>60\u201380m\u00b2 total<\/td>\r\n            <td>\u00a31,300 \u2013 \u00a31,750<\/td>\r\n            <td>\u00a3100,000 \u2013 \u00a3160,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Large-scale transformations for growing families needing maximum space<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-highlight\">\r\n      <strong>Important:<\/strong> a double-storey extension can look cheaper per m\u00b2 than a single-storey one, but the full project still costs more because there is simply much more work involved overall.\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Want a Custom Price?<\/a>\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-secondary\" href=\"tel:+447404155474\">Call Now<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-table-card\" id=\"budget-table\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Which Extension Type Fits Your Budget?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-table-wrap\">\r\n      <table class=\"kws-table\">\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <th>Budget Range<\/th>\r\n            <th>Most Likely Option<\/th>\r\n            <th>What You Can Usually Achieve<\/th>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>\u00a340,000 \u2013 \u00a360,000<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Single-storey extension<\/td>\r\n            <td>Rear extension, kitchen expansion, dining space, stronger garden connection, better day-to-day family use<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>\u00a380,000 \u2013 \u00a3120,000<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Double-storey extension<\/td>\r\n            <td>More ground-floor flexibility plus extra bedrooms, office space, or an upstairs bathroom<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>\u00a3100,000 \u2013 \u00a3160,000+<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Double-storey + loft<\/td>\r\n            <td>Major internal transformation with significant extra living and sleeping space<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Single Storey vs Double Storey: Which Is Better?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-two-col\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-mini-card\">\r\n        <h3>Single-Storey Extension<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n          <li>Usually simpler and more straightforward to plan<\/li>\r\n          <li>Ideal for kitchen and family room upgrades<\/li>\r\n          <li>Great for improving natural light with glazed doors and rooflights<\/li>\r\n          <li>Lower total budget than multi-level extension projects<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"kws-mini-card\">\r\n        <h3>Double-Storey Extension<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n          <li>Creates much more total space across two floors<\/li>\r\n          <li>Can offer better value per square metre<\/li>\r\n          <li>Works well for growing families<\/li>\r\n          <li>Higher overall spend and more structural complexity<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-highlight\">\r\n      <strong>Practical advice:<\/strong> if you only need a larger kitchen or open-plan rear space, a single-storey extension may be enough. If your problem is both living space and bedroom capacity, a double-storey build may make more sense long term.\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Get My Quote<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\" id=\"cost-factors\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">What Affects the Cost of a House Extension?<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"kws-section-intro\">\r\n      The total price is influenced by much more than square metre size alone.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n      <li><strong>Extension size:<\/strong> more area means more excavation, structure, roofing, glazing, electrics, plastering, and finishing.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Type of build:<\/strong> rear single-storey, side-return, wraparound, double-storey, and loft-integrated projects all vary in complexity.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Foundations and ground conditions:<\/strong> groundwork can increase if the soil, drainage, or load requirements are more demanding.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Structural changes:<\/strong> removing load-bearing walls or installing steel beams adds to cost.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Windows and doors:<\/strong> large sliding or bifold systems can significantly affect the budget.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Internal finish standard:<\/strong> kitchens, flooring, lighting, bathrooms, bespoke joinery, and decorating all make a difference.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Access to site:<\/strong> restricted access often increases labour time and delivery complexity.<\/li>\r\n      <li><strong>Planning, design, and approvals:<\/strong> drawings, structural calculations, and compliance should always be included in early budgeting.<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-table-card\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Example Cost Breakdown<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"kws-section-intro\">\r\n      Every project is different, but this example shows how the budget often spreads across the main areas of work.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-table-wrap\">\r\n      <table class=\"kws-table\">\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <th>Cost Area<\/th>\r\n            <th>Typical Impact on Budget<\/th>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Groundworks & Foundations<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Excavation, footings, drainage work, site prep<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Structure & Shell<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Brickwork, blockwork, steel beams, roofing, insulation<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Doors & Windows<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Glazing systems, rear doors, rooflights, finishing details<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>First Fix & Second Fix<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Electrics, plumbing, plastering, carpentry, heating<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Interior Finishes<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Flooring, decorating, kitchen installation, bathrooms, joinery<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Professional & Compliance Costs<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td>Design drawings, calculations, approvals, inspections<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Get a Cost Estimate<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\" id=\"timeline\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">How Long Does a House Extension Take?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      A typical extension project often takes between <strong>10 and 18 weeks<\/strong> for the construction phase, depending on the scale and complexity. Pre-construction planning can add several additional weeks for drawings, permissions, and approvals.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-two-col\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-mini-card\">\r\n        <h3>Before the Build Starts<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n          <li>Initial consultation and scope discussion<\/li>\r\n          <li>Design development and layout planning<\/li>\r\n          <li>Structural input where needed<\/li>\r\n          <li>Approvals and compliance preparation<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"kws-mini-card\">\r\n        <h3>Construction Phase<\/h3>\r\n        <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n          <li>Groundworks and foundations<\/li>\r\n          <li>Main structure and roof build<\/li>\r\n          <li>Windows, doors, and weatherproofing<\/li>\r\n          <li>Internal first fix, plastering, second fix, and finishes<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\" id=\"is-it-worth-it\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Is a House Extension Worth It?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      For many homeowners, yes. A well-designed extension can improve how your home functions every day, reduce the need to move, and make the property more appealing in the long term.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n      <li>Creates more usable space without relocation<\/li>\r\n      <li>Can support open-plan living and better flow<\/li>\r\n      <li>Often more practical than moving when you already like the location<\/li>\r\n      <li>Allows you to tailor the home around your family\u2019s needs<\/li>\r\n      <li>Can increase desirability and property value when done well<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Speak to KWS Builders<\/a>\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-secondary\" href=\"tel:+447404155474\">Call Our Team<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-card\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Why Choose KWS Builders for Your Extension Project?<\/h2>\r\n    <ul class=\"kws-check-list\">\r\n      <li>Clear guidance from planning through to completion<\/li>\r\n      <li>Strong focus on workmanship, finish quality, and build practicality<\/li>\r\n      <li>Tailored advice based on your property rather than generic estimates<\/li>\r\n      <li>Support in creating living space that feels both functional and valuable<\/li>\r\n      <li>Experience delivering construction solutions designed around real homeowner needs<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Start Your Quote<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-faq-card\" id=\"faqs\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-faq-item\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-q\">How much does a single-storey extension cost in Manchester?<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-a\">\r\n        A typical single-storey extension may fall around <strong>\u00a344,000 to \u00a360,000<\/strong>, depending on the size, structure, glazing, and finish level.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-faq-item\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-q\">Is a double-storey extension cheaper per square metre?<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-a\">\r\n        Often yes, but the total project cost is still much higher because you are creating more space and adding more structural work overall.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-faq-item\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-q\">What adds the most to extension costs?<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-a\">\r\n        Structural changes, complex groundworks, premium glazing, kitchens, bathrooms, and interior finish choices can all significantly raise the budget.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-faq-item\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-q\">How long does a house extension take to build?<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-a\">\r\n        Many extension builds take around <strong>10 to 18 weeks<\/strong> for construction, with additional time beforehand for design and approvals.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-faq-item\">\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-q\">Should I get a custom quote instead of relying on online averages?<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"kws-faq-a\">\r\n        Yes. Online figures help with rough budgeting, but only a tailored quote can reflect your actual house, layout, structural needs, and finish preferences.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Get My Free Quote<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"kws-cta\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"kws-section-title\">Need a More Accurate Extension Price?<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"kws-section-intro\">\r\n      Online price guides are useful for ballpark planning, but the real cost depends on your home, your goals, your layout, and the specification you want. Use the form below and KWS Builders can review your project in more detail.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"kws-btn-row\">\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-primary\" href=\"#kws-quote-form\">\u2714 Want a Custom Price?<\/a>\r\n      <a class=\"kws-btn kws-btn-secondary\" href=\"tel:+447404155474\">Call Now<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f92da56 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f92da56\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5b4641 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"d5b4641\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"kws-blog-wrap\">\r\n  <section class=\"kws-quote-shell\" id=\"kws-quote-form\">\r\n    <h2>Get Your Free House Extension Quote<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      Tell us about your project and our team will review the details and get back to you with the next steps.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-29fb54f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"29fb54f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-80f1546 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"80f1546\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><div class=\"wpforms-container \" id=\"wpforms-787\"><form id=\"wpforms-form-787\" class=\"wpforms-validate wpforms-form wpforms-ajax-form\" data-formid=\"787\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" action=\"\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1270\" data-token=\"5d4264fe484dcd9ccb3afed393eb2073\" data-token-time=\"1775401511\"><noscript class=\"wpforms-error-noscript\">Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.<\/noscript><div class=\"wpforms-field-container\">\t\t<div id=\"wpforms-787-field_5-container\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-text\"\n\t\t\tdata-field-type=\"text\"\n\t\t\tdata-field-id=\"5\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<label class=\"wpforms-field-label\" for=\"wpforms-787-field_5\" >Full How contact<\/label>\n\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" id=\"wpforms-787-field_5\" class=\"wpforms-field-medium\" name=\"wpforms[fields][5]\" >\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"wpforms-787-field_1-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-text\" data-field-id=\"1\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label\" for=\"wpforms-787-field_1\">Full Name <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\">*<\/span><\/label><input type=\"text\" id=\"wpforms-787-field_1\" class=\"wpforms-field-medium wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][1]\" required><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-787-field_2-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-email\" data-field-id=\"2\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label\" for=\"wpforms-787-field_2\">Email <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\">*<\/span><\/label><input type=\"email\" id=\"wpforms-787-field_2\" class=\"wpforms-field-medium wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][2]\" spellcheck=\"false\" required><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-787-field_3-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-number\" data-field-id=\"3\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label\" for=\"wpforms-787-field_3\">Phone <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\">*<\/span><\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"wpforms-787-field_3\" class=\"wpforms-field-medium wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][3]\" step=\"any\" required><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-787-field_4-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-select wpforms-field-select-style-classic\" data-field-id=\"4\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label\" for=\"wpforms-787-field_4\">What type of job do you need? 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