102 - Reading Quotes and Understanding Extra Costs

In this week’s quick pod episode James uses his experience renovating over 250 homes in the UK to give us his top tips on reading quotations correctly. James explains why sometimes, opting for the cheapest quotation is not always the best option, and may actually end up costing you more money further down the line. By focusing on the numbers, rather than the meat of the quotation, we can make some crucial mistakes. Recognising how life changing it can be to have a house renovation, James talks us through his tips for ensuring that you encounter no hidden surprises along the way that will negatively affect this experience that you will remember for a lifetime. It turns out having your contractor round for a cup of tea could make all the difference!