All,
Great discussion. Here is my two cents and a question
The two cents: A big part of the problem is that the homeowner has no idea what it costs to hire, train and retain quality people with the skills and who you (and the homeowner) can trust to do a safe, quality job. Since they have no idea of the costs, they think they are getting gouged by the price needed to keep in business (and make a fair profit).
The question: does any one know of an “neutral, trust worthy organization” that will give them an idea of what the “going rate” is for quality work? AND why they should beware of cut rate gypsies. If such an organization existed, I think it would help all of us.
Any thoughts?
