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[quote=Anonymous]I will generally get multiple bids and then talk turkey with the ones that are competitive. For example: - ask them how much they'll discount if you pay by cash/check (versus credit card). Usually they'll lower by at least 5% sometimes more. - counter-propose with a lower price for the same scope in a reasonable way that rounds nicely (e.g., I got a bid for $5400 for some sewer work, and told the contractor I'd go for $5k even -- they agreed immediately) - counter-propose that for the same price, they use the next best grade materials or throw in some free stuff (e.g., for windows, I got them to throw in some new shutters; for roof, I got them to upgrade to highest quality shingles and throw in some gutter guards). [/quote]
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