you have two basic methods one is time and material the other is flat rate.I just had my first plumber come on Saturday (here in NJ) to reduce a gas pipe so I can push my new gas range all the way back against the wall. He charged $45 for a site visit. After he assessed it, he charged $319, and he fixed the pipe in about 20-30 minutes. My total with tax came out to almost $400.
How do plumbers decide on how much to charge? I don't want to say I was gouged, but it was pretty expensive. Next time I call for a plumber, is it possible to get an estimate over the phone, or some rate? I didn't ask, figuring they wouldn't tell me. Do plumbers who belong to Better Business Bureau cost more?
Thanks!
Quoted jobs ALWAYS have a "fudge factor" to accomodate "surprises". I think I charged $75.00 about ten years ago, but it might be earlier than that. My records don't go back that far. How much is $75.00 Canadian worth these days?
This is awkward, but...
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