Is This Window Quote a Steal or Just Too Good to Be True?
Hey everyone! I'm in Houston and I've been shopping around for windows. I got this quote from a local company for 4 windows (5ft x 5ft) at just…
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Is this fencing quote too high for South East England?
I recently moved into a house with a really overgrown garden and I'm looking to get some professional fencing done. We've been doing a lot of the work…
Why Do Contractors Give Outrageous Quotes Instead of Just Declining Jobs?
I've been wondering why some contractors throw out ridiculously high quotes instead of simply declining the job when it's not worth their time. For example, I needed to…
Is $2,300 a Fair Price for Installing My Mini Split?
I'm looking to have a mini split system installed, and the contractor has quoted me $2,300 for the installation. They won't provide a parts warranty (which makes sense)…
How Can I Get Quotes From a Plumber and Electrician Without Access to My Fixer-Upper?
I'm in the process of buying a fixer-upper where previous squatters stripped everything out. The bank is asking for quotes from a plumber and an electrician to make…
Is My Concrete Quote of $10,000 Too High?
Hey everyone! I have a 1,800 sq ft area in my yard that's currently covered in gravel, and I'm tired of dealing with the weeds. I just received…
How Long Should You Wait for a Quote from a Tradesperson?
I'm wondering what the standard wait time is for receiving a quote after a tradesperson visits your home. I understand that self-employed tradespeople can be quite busy, especially…
Is $30,000 Too Much for an Accordion Door Installation?
I've lived in my home since it was built, and in our living room, we have two sets of French doors leading out to the patio. My wife…
Why Are My Exterior House Painting Quotes So Different in Price?
I'm in the process of getting the exterior of my house painted and received three different quotes that are all over the place: - House Painting Company #1:…
What's a Fair Price for Sanding and Painting French Doors?
I'm looking to get my front french doors sanded and painted and would like some insight on pricing. I have two wooden doors that are currently stained, each…
How Do I Decide When to Get Multiple Quotes for Home Repairs?
As a new homeowner, I'm trying to figure out when it's necessary to get multiple quotes for repairs versus just hiring the first contractor who responds. Are there…
Why are crawlspace quotes so different in price?
I recently bought a house about a year ago, and after checking the crawl space, I found some standing water in the low areas due to recent heavy…
What’s the Going Rate for Lawn Removal, Regrading, and Seeding?
I have a 7,000 sq ft lawn that I want to remove, regrade because it's very uneven, and then seed it. I've received a couple of quotes: one…
What's the Best Way to Politely Decline Landscaping Quotes?
I recently got multiple quotes for a sizable landscaping project, but I'm feeling guilty about having to decline the others. What's the most courteous way to let them…
Is $2400 a Fair Price for Plumbing Work?
I received a plumbing quote for two jobs: installing a new laundry room sink and an under-sink water filtration system. The total quote is $2400, which I'm unsure…
Is It Normal for Landscapers to Show Up Without Notice After Dark?
I reached out to a couple of local landscapers for quotes on cleanup and weekly mowing. One got back to me quickly and said he would swing by…