We asked wood floor pros what they say when the customer says the price is too high. Here are our favorite responses shared by our readers on the WFB Facebook and Instagram pages.
Matt Poole
It sounds like price is your biggest deciding factor. Let's see how we can reduce the scope of work to meet your budget.
Eric Nylin
We may be able to meet your budget by changing a couple of labor, materials and finish options.
Anthony Caffo
I keep one of these in my wallet for "This is my horse."
Matt McGrew
If you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait until you hire an amateur.
Gillespie Hardwood Floors
Our price reflects the quality of work and materials used. I would imagine (lowest bid) price probably reflects the same.
William Burnam
Walnutgrovehardwood
I start off the estimate with, "I'm not going to be your cheapest estimate," thus avoiding the issue when I deliver the quote.
Northstarcontractingllc
I ask if price is the most important thing, and if not, what is?
Chris Bauer
A hardwood floor can only be sanded so many times before it has to be torn out, so you want it done right the first time. With hardwood floors, the cheapest price can end up costing the most money.
Nicholas C. Maxson
We're the most expensive floor guys in town, and we're not for everyone. No hard feelings; there are other guys who can meet you at your budget.
Fino Oficio
Michael Schuetz
Price is often forgotten. Quality isn't.
Marco De La Peza
Yeah … not only am I the most expensive, but you also have to wait at least three months, and I need a deposit now.
Eco Options Hardwood
We may charge 25% more, but we put in 75% more time and effort. Whether that's worth it to you is not for me to say.
Josh Brake
I carry the card of our local lowballer. If the homeowner's first questions are price, I hand over the card and tell them that they're the cheapest in town. But if a quality, lasting product is what they're after, I can help.
Rob C. Underwood
Sandro Melo
The cheapest becomes the most expensive in the long run.
Lucy Charlotte Hoke
You get what you pay for.
Jim Sisk
Hire the hack, and you will call me back.
Chuck Bailey
You should see what I charge to fix a failed floor.
