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Pro tip: I thought a quick chat was enough for a kitchen reno quote, but a full walkthrough changed everything
For years, I'd just give a quick phone estimate based on square footage and a few photos. Last month, a client in Boise wanted a full kitchen job. I gave my usual ballpark over the phone, but she asked me to come see it first. When I got there, I found old knob-and-tube wiring behind the walls and a floor that was way out of level. That 30 minute walkthrough last Tuesday showed me issues I'd have totally missed. Now I always do a site visit before giving any numbers. How do you guys handle your first talks with a new job?
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terry_martinez14d ago
My kid's school thought a quick parent survey was enough, but an actual open house showed a totally different picture. People just see things differently when they're standing in the room. Your story about the wiring is a perfect example of that.
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