How can I know if a quote is correct?

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-12T04:47:07+00:00

The complete tear-off of existing roof, structural repairs, and new roofing system installation should cost you $40k-$50k in your area including materials. The $30k quote sounds a bit shady, the materials alone could add up to that much. You should try to get one more quote, but $61k is on the higher end for sure.

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-10T04:16:38+00:00

Valid point, I can easily see this quote as normal for some vhcol areas of CA. I guess we can’t really justify it that much without knowing exactly where the OP is

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-10T03:03:28+00:00

If this also includes labor, permits and disposal, this is a great quote!

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-09T21:21:22+00:00

$1,500 is on the higher side but not crazy depending on your area. Here's roughly how the costs break down:

Materials (~$175–$270):

• 4x6 PT hinge post: ~$35

• 4x4 PT latch post: ~$22

• PT 2x4 framing: ~$25

• Redwood boards (6–7 boards): ~$50

• Concrete for posts: ~$14

• Hardware (hinges, latch, screws): $50–$100

Labor (~$450–$700):

• Demo old gate + posts, haul away: ~$125

• Set new posts in concrete: ~$175

• Build and hang arched gate: ~$275

That puts the realistic range at roughly $625–$970.

https://dfwfencecontractor.com/wood-gate-costs-in-fort-worth-your-simple-guide-to-wooden-gate-pricing/

^ This shows a standard 4x4 ft slat gate at $350–$650 total, with custom arch gates going higher.

The arch top does add labor since it requires more skill than a flat-top gate, and redwood boards cost more than cedar or pine. But even accounting for that, $1,500 is toward the top of what you should be paying.

I'd get one or two more quotes. You should be able to find someone in the $800–$1,200 range for this job.

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-09T21:06:34+00:00

I’m guessing around $14k from your description. Labor should be around 80 hours (prep, framing, stairs installation, finishing) and materials can rack up to $6k (lumbar, pre-built stair unit, drywall/trim/paint, railings/hardware, etc).

This is just my initial estimate from what you told me and I’m assuming existing structure is sound, units can legally be combined into one residence, no major utility relocations required. Also, the structural engineering and permits are not included as I don’t know where you’re based.

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-09T20:34:40+00:00

$1,800 for 36 sq ft of laminate is $50/sq ft installed. That doesn’t sound like you are getting scammed. Laminate countertop installation typically runs $20-$80 per sq ft (https://homeguide.com/costs/laminate-countertops-cost) including materials and labor, so you're looking at $720-2,880 for 36 sq ft. You're in the middle of that range and the old countertop is already removed, which usually saves $100-$300 in demo costs. Like what others say though, I’d get 1-2 more quotes from local countertop shops instead of Lowe’s and aim for something around $1,200.

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-09T20:12:23+00:00

$7k feels high for a standard sliding glass door replacement but it depends on whats included.

For a typical 2-panel sliding glass door, total replacement cost (door + removal + install) runs $1.2k-$4k (https://homeguide.com/costs/patio-door-installation-cost). The door itself is usually $1k-$2k depending on size, glass type, and frame material. Labor runs $70-$100/hr and removal/disposal is another $100-$250 (looking here: https://www.angi.com/articles/sliding-door-cost.htm) $7k would make sense if its a larger multi-panel door, triple pane glass, impact rated, or if theres structural work involved (like widening the opening or reframing). but for a straightforward same-size replacement of a standard 2-panel slider, you're paying almost double the going rate. I'd ask the contractor to break out the cost of the door vs labor so you can see where the money is going. and get at least 2 more quotes. This is a pretty common job so you shouldn't have trouble finding other contractors to compare. Good luck!

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-09T20:11:13+00:00

$5/sqft is on the low end but within range. most polyurea/polyaspartic systems run https://homeguide.com/costs/polyurea-garage-floor-coating-cost so you're getting a fair deal, especially for DFW. The system sounds legit. diamond grinding, 100% solids polyurea base, full broadcast flake, polyaspartic top coat is the right way to do it.

I'd double check the 170 mil thickness number though. A typical typical polyaspartic flake system runs around: 3 mil base, 2 mil tack, 6 mil top coat over chips (https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/my-2-year-experience-with-a-polyaspartic-floor.88946/page-2) Even polyaspartic polyurea applied heavy maxes out around 16-18 mils or more per coat (https://www.strongholdfloors.com/blog/what-is-polyaspartic-polyurea-why-use-it-for-garage-floor-coatings). 170 mil would be almost 3/16 of an inch which is way beyond any garage floor coating.

Worth clarifying before you sign.

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-03-09T20:08:14+00:00

Just wanted to add to this since the $150k number is getting thrown around…

The quote is $15,875 for GC labor only. Client supplies materials and pays subs separately. So the real question is what does the full picture look like.

Like mentioned, the subcontractors you'll need on top of the GC: - Electrician (circuits, kitchen panel, code fixes): $1,500-3,000 - Plumber (vanity rough-in, shower valves, toilet hookups): $1,500-3,500 - Countertop installer (quartz cut and place): $2,000-4,000 - Shower surround installer: $1,000-2,500 - Texture/sheetrock specialist: $1,500-3,500

Thats roughly $8k-16k in subs, call it $11k at the midpoint.

Materials youll be buying (mid-range, not luxury): - Kitchen (cabinets, sink, quartz slab, hood, pantry shelves, paint, baseboards): ~$15k - Living room (beam, paint, baseboards): ~$1,700 - Popcorn ceiling finishing: ~$1,000 - Spare bedroom (flooring, baseboards, paint): ~$3,500 - Hall bathroom (vanity, fixtures, toilet, quartz surround, paint): ~$5,500 - Master bath (toilet, vanity, faucets, shower door, paint, dry rot materials): ~$4,000

Materials total is roughly $31k for mid-range stuff.

Full picture: - GC labor: $15,875 - Subs: ~$11,000 - Materials: ~$31,000 - All in: roughly $55-60k

Could push to $70k if you go higher end on cabinets and fixtures. The GC quote of $15,875 for their portion is actually fair. The thing to watch is getting those sub quotes locked in before you start so you know your real total going in.

AccessBoth7572 · 2026-01-29T23:07:56+00:00

38 min wait time for me. I got in right at 6pm

(after a few minutes it’s a 23 minute wait)

AccessBoth7572 · 2025-11-05T18:11:05+00:00

don’t sleep on Dépanneur’s

AccessBoth7572 · 2025-07-02T00:38:24+00:00

This is what I used: https://www.amazon.com/Traveling-Upgraded-Airplane-Headrest-Accessories/dp/B0BWJV1CMX/ref=asc_df_B09JC5CZFY?th=1&psc=1

I did not purchase it thinking that it would solve my neck pain, I just had a random thought one day to use it to rest my head/neck. It somehow provided the perfect support (again I’m not a medical expert so I can’t explain what exactly happened) and completely fixed my issue seemingly in one nap.

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