FAQ – Can you give me a “ballpark” estimate of the cost to repair? 

 

Yes, I can give you a “ballpark” dry rot estimate, but it will likely be flawed.

baseball ballparkIt has been my experience that this only works out after we have worked together for a while. It takes a while to get to know what you mean by “a little bit”, “not too bad”, “a long time” and all the other descriptions that we have. Your definition and my definition may be worlds apart, if we have worked together for a while, we can come to a better understanding of these words.

Your idea of the extent of the dry rot will likely be different than what I understand you are telling me. Despite my best efforts to understand the damage repair, it will be my interpretation of your description. So based on this, I will give you a “ballpark” cost of repair.

 

After you get the rough estimate, there are three possible responses.

The estimate is too high, and you choose not to hire me. The deal ends before I even get a chance to see the project.

The estimate is too low; you want to get started right away. But later you are upset because the job is much bigger than anticipated in the ballpark number.

The estimate is right on the money. You hire me, I do the work, and everyone is happy. This, unfortunately, is the exception. A rough estimate rarely works out.

 

That is why it is best for the contractor to come out and see the work to give a more accurate estimate of the cost to repair the dry rot or water damage. This may take some additional time, but the Free Estimate is worth it.

Do you need a “ballpark” estimate? Give us a call.

Tromler Construction

916-765-5366

(We will probably try to convince you to get the free estimate.)

 


 


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I always say "No, but I can give you the name of someone who can!"  :))) 
8:47am • #29
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I liked this.  I can't give a ballpark anything, but it reminds me to be careful to remember to ask the experts!
9:14am • #30
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Tom, the picture tells the whole story, there's so many variables in giving a price opinion. Good post. 
10:10am • #31
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Agreed!  If it's a free estimate, why not go with that since it won't cost them anything anyway?
10:50am • #32
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Hi Tom, great post. And you point out quite well how significant that quote might be.             
10:51am • #33
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I called a contractor recently because I have several jobs around the house I need fixed -- including a dry rot repair! The contractor said he'd come out and look for $50. Huh?
2:04pm • #34
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As an agent I even get asked all the time what some repair will cost. I guess we are just looked at as the specialist that should know everything.
6:06pm • #35
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That is part of the problem, people will hold on to that figure if they like what they hear Sheila.

 
6:11pm • #36
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I think you know what I'm experiencing Scott.
6:11pm • #37
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I've never been called a GQ guy Jay. Thanks... I think.

:)
6:11pm • #38
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Are you giving out my number Joni?

That explains it!
6:15pm • #39
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Make sure the experts are able to look at the job though MaryKay.
6:15pm • #40
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There are always variables, many go away if I can see the job personally Adrian.
6:15pm • #41
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Maybe the customer feels that it is an inconvenience Rob.
6:15pm • #42
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True Sandy, they are asking for a reason. They will be basing some sort of decision when the number comes out.
6:16pm • #43
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I love dry rot repair Erica!

Tell me you called another contractor!
6:16pm • #44
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I've gotten calls from buyers who were told that it would cost x dollars to repair, sometimes the numbers are nowhere near what it will cost to repair. That make things real uncomfortable Debbie.
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I thought I saw you before on the cover of GQ.  Maybe not.  For sure on the cover of Cosmo!  Should I have said "you Cosmo guys?"

You'll love my posts today and tomorrow.
2:52am • #46
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I will be checking them out Jay.

 

In the mean time, I'll have to contact GQ, maybe they are looking for me?

:) 
9:39am • #47
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This is such a crazy field.  As a home renovator, it is amazing the quotes I get and we even talk the same contractor language.  Getting multiple bids from a clients scope of work keeps things in check so that apples are compared to apples.  Always interesting!
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