What people keep running into with hiring contractors
Complaints tagged hiring contractors, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 13 people · 5 forums we read
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- 5Is $270 a normal price for a one-time apartment cleaning?Cleaning quotes can swing wildly from a few hundred dollars for specific rooms and appliances up to over $1,200 for specialized work like duct cleaning. Without knowing how square footage, appliance detailing, or regional rates factor in, it is impossible to tell whether a quote is fair or a total rip-off.
- 4How to find rare landscaping materials locallyUncommon items like pine nuggets and decomposed granite are rarely stocked by nearby suppliers, forcing professionals to either buy massive bulk quantities from big-box stores or hunt down specialty regional distributors. This lack of local availability makes it nearly impossible to finish specific design projects without driving long distances or dealing with excessive shipping hurdles.
- 4How to drill or enlarge holes through tile without cracking itDrilling or enlarging plumbing holes through tile risks cracking the entire piece if done incorrectly. Using tools like a small diamond core drill to make a series of overlapping holes or an angle grinder with a tile blade provides the necessary relief without destroying the tile.
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