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Charged for estimate

Posted by Nikki O'Donnell, on
Should i be charged for an estimate from a plumber
Daniel Soroczyn

Daniel Soroczyn

Estimates should usually be free unless agreed to beforehand for such reasons as you may be asked to pay for the quotation if your chosen plumber has had to travel a long distance to attend at the request or if a fault diagnosis has been requested on a boiler or central heating system. If in doubt always speak to a couple of local traders before agreeing on anything.
Steven Barnes

Steven Barnes

depends what its for larger jobs you should get free estimate but a boiler repair expect to pay for diagnosis i usually give a ball perk figure by phone to see if thats acceptable

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