Bidding Archives

11 questions to ask before signing with a contractor.

Posted by richardcartright

· October 2, 2012

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Before sending out your bid package, talk to multiple companies to get more information about each. Give each contractor a quick call to conducting a short phone interview as you connect, or you can choose to include a questionnaire as part of a simple interview process. It’s up to you, as it is truly a matter of comfort. If you…

Tricks Contractors Use to Make Their Bids Look Lower

Posted by richardcartright

· April 9, 2012

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The world of construction is very competitive. Most jobs are awarded to the lowest bidder, regardless of any other considerations. Since contractors need work in order for their businesses to survive, they can become somewhat desperate, doing a number of things to lower the apparent cost of their bids; not all of which are totally ethical. Read this article to find out about some of the tricks which contractors use?

How contractors win bids

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· March 6, 2012

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Contractor’s know that the best way to get the job, is to have the best combination of good rapport, good referral(s), the best price. From the very beginning, all contractors want to be your ‘friend’. They’ll want to come to your house and talk, be cordial and friendly enough, and some will soak up your time if you let them….