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Three quotes.
Three different jobs.
Contractor quotes rarely describe the same work. Line yours up item by item, see what each one leaves out, and know exactly what to ask before you sign.
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Roof replacement
2,000 sq ft, asphalt shingle
| Item | A | B | C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $12,400 | $14,900 | $10,200 |
| Tear-off of old roofing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ice & water shield | ✓ | ✓ | Missing |
| Drip edge | ✓ | ✓ | Missing |
| Extra decking | 2 sheets | $85/sheet | Not stated |
| Permit | ✓ | ✓ | Ask |
| Workmanship warranty | 5 yr | 10 yr | None |
Start where you are
I have quotes
Type in or upload up to three quotes. You get a side-by-side report with missing items, payment and warranty checks, and questions for each contractor.
Compare quotesI'm still planning
See a low, typical and high cost range for your ZIP code, with the data source, date and assumptions shown.
Open the estimatorI'm choosing a contractor
Work through license, insurance, references, permits and contract terms before you hand over a deposit.
Use the checklistThree separate answers, not one mystery score
A cheap quote can be incomplete. A complete quote can be overpriced. So the report keeps them apart, and shows how each one was worked out.
- Is the scope written down?
- A completeness score based on the items every quote for your trade should mention.
- Where does the price sit?
- Below, within or above the typical range for your region, with the data date.
- What should you ask?
- Red flags in deposits, warranties, permits and vague wording, turned into questions you can send.
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