If You Are Too Busy To Meet IDs

Then don’t meet.

Homeowners, here’s a scary trap you need to avoid: shortlisting your IDs purely based on lowest quote.

It feels tempting, but it’s the easiest way to get scammed.

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“I don’t want to meet”

We understand that everyone has a budget.

If the rough quote exceeds the budget, what for I spend time to meet you?

But let me tell you 3 things from our experience:

• 95% of IDs will quote lower than required

• Every ID will quote different scope

• Good IDs will rarely quote you without meeting

The result is you will be lowballed.

On paper, the lowest quote looks like a win. But once you sign/meet, contractors will say living room floor not included, bedroom wardrobe not included, kitchen carpentry give you an unusable 2m length.

Suddenly, your $30k quotation becomes $50k.

Cheap upfront, costly later.

Why Meeting IDs Matters

Rarely in life do you spend as much an expense. Surely this warrants some time of yours.

And we have already shared from our experience if you insist on getting quote without meeting, you will be lowballed.

Good IDs want to meet you because they need to know you’re genuine.

But all the more you should meet them to judge how responsible and ethical they are.

Renovation isn’t just about numbers - it’s about trust and with trust comes authenticity, things you can only affirm irl.

What If The Cost Exceeds My Budget?

There is a standard market price for reno.

Of course some IDs will overcharge, but that’s why we help to review quotations.

But this standard price also means 一分钱一分货.

If your budget is $30k, most firms are charging $50k-$60k, and 1 firm is charging you $30k, you really think you are “lucky” to find that firm?

If you want budget‑friendly options, tell us. If you ok to spend abit more for someone with better design skillset, tell us.

But help yourself - don’t skip the process of meeting and shortlisting.

TLDR

Don’t fall for the lowest quote trap. Cheap now can mean expensive later with hidden costs.

Meet your IDs, judge their character, and shortlist properly.

Busy now? Then wait until you’re free, reno requires energy and commitment and one or two months of focus can save you years of regret.

Lastly, if you need reliable IDs/contractors recommendations, enquire here. It’s free with no obligations.