One of my frequent Realtors called me for a bid. In all fairness, as a new startup company (not new to the business), my rates are fairly low, but my work is very professional. Relocation company was ordering/paying for work, required 3 bids. 3000 SQF EIFS/Stucco, 20x20 deck, and 75' driveway, 30' walkway, roof blown off, but not washed.
My bid was $396 after Realtor Discount. Was told I likely had the job, as she didn't see how 3rd bid (which was late getting in) could be any lower than mine. Work had to be done on a Sunday.
Of course, third company (one she had never used before) bid eventually came in just before deadline, and WAS lower than mine. Relocation company of course went with low bid. I was in area two days later and drove by the house to see the job quality of my competition, and I am fuming mad!
Nothing I can do about it, checks already been cut to these shysters.
One of my frequent Realtors called me for a bid. In all fairness, as a new startup company (not new to the business), my rates are fairly low, but my work is very professional. Relocation company was ordering/paying for work, required 3 bids. 3000 SQF EIFS/Stucco, 20x20 deck, and 75' driveway, 30' walkway, roof blown off, but not washed.
My bid was $396 after Realtor Discount. Was told I likely had the job, as she didn't see how 3rd bid (which was late getting in) could be any lower than mine. Work had to be done on a Sunday.
Of course, third company (one she had never used before) bid eventually came in just before deadline, and WAS lower than mine. Relocation company of course went with low bid. I was in area two days later and drove by the house to see the job quality of my competition, and I am fuming mad!
Nothing I can do about it, checks already been cut to these shysters.
What would you do?
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