While a cost-per-meter figure can be useful for a quick comparison, it often oversimplifies the complexity of a project. Using this metric alone can be misleading because it may not account for:

• Varying Scope of Work: One quote might include comprehensive site reinstatement and testing, while another may only cover the basic trenching and cable laying.

• Quality of Materials and Equipment: Quotes may differ based on the quality of the cable, ducts, and the type of equipment used, which directly affects the long-term reliability and safety of the installation.

• Project Specifics: The cost of installing a cable in a simple, open field is significantly different from a project that requires trenchless methods to cross a busy road. A simple cost-per-meter comparison fails to capture these crucial project-specific details.