Compare Foundation Quotes Line by Line
Quotes are only comparable when they cover the same scope. Tap each box to mark an item Included, Excluded or Unclear. Everything starts as Unclear until the quote says otherwise.
| Item | | | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site visit and written description of the problem | |||
| Engineer's design or review | |||
| Permit application and inspections | |||
| Excavation and backfill | |||
| Materials named (type, size or thickness) | |||
| Drainage: weeping tile, sump pit or pump | |||
| Removal of soil and debris | |||
| Restoring landscaping, paving or interior finishes | |||
| Written warranty: what, how long, transferable | |||
| Payment schedule tied to work done |
How to use the result
- Ask each contractor to clear up every Unclear item in writing.
- An Excluded item is not bad on its own. It is a cost you will pay somewhere else.
- A fixed price and an estimate are not the same promise. Ask how much an estimate can change.
- If the quotes describe different repairs, ask each contractor why.