With my quotes I take into account my travel time, time to complete the job and any materials required. I also take into account that my tools won't last forever and they do wear out with each use, especially my drill bits and chisels. They may have insurance and other incidentals to pay for and a business to run.
If my price is higher then the next, it may be because I value my work and don't want to have to rush a job just to make it worth while to do. I like to know that when I'm assembling your flat pack, hanging your pictures or repairing your plaster, I don't have to rush the job, I can take the time to precisely complete your job and make sure that it is accurate.
If I have to lower my quote to much then it may not be worth while doing the job or I may have to rush the job to complete it and earn a reasonable amount. This may result in a non satisfactory job and you not being happy with the end result.
When you ask a tradie for a quote just think about what quality of work you want. Do you want someone to just come and complete the job as fast as possible, or someone that will complete the job precisely and carefully and may even do that little extra job that you need done.
I like what I do and value my work, I like to know that I can do the job precisely and not have to rush anything, I may even do that little extra for you and even complete that little extra job.
Next time you hire a tradie for a job just think about what they have to pay for, or even a family to support.
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