Why I Love Free Estimates (Even Though Most Contractors Hate Them)

If you’re a contractor, you probably have a love-hate relationship with the words “Free Estimate.” Or maybe it’s just hate-hate. You’ve been there. A homeowner calls, sounding friendly and curious. They want to “get a few quotes,” maybe “just talk through the project.” You carve time out of your Saturday, walk through their house, answer questions, offer suggestions—and then, nothing. […]