Hungry Jack
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Post by Hungry Jack on May 17, 2019 18:34:15 GMT -8
Having worked as a landscape contractor, I'm reminded of wealthy clients that managed to negotiate a low bid for the job, then delayed the completion of the project with an endless stream of changes to the bid. If you had a lot of suggestions on his bid, it might take him more time to feel like he was adequately addressing your concerns then what you are interested in. It is in his best interest to be sure that you don't have unrealistic expectations. 10 minutes might be a long time to discuss a $500 job not so much if it is going to be more than $10,000. In the first world, a landscape is usually a last minute thought to decorate the grounds. Not really. He just talked without stopping to listen.
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Post by ecocentric on May 17, 2019 18:38:40 GMT -8
Just sayin'
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RumiDude
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Post by RumiDude on May 17, 2019 21:11:29 GMT -8
I dunno. I can overlook a lot of peculiarities for somebody who shows up predictably and does good work. In the world of contractors, finding a reliable one is often difficult. And having been in that business, I can tell you it is common for people to stretch the truth and outright lie. So, if this guy shows up on time and completes on time, competing everything asked/promised, and does quality work, then this is the least of your worries. Make sure you communicate clearly EXACTLY what you want and expect. Just interrupt and say you just want to know if he understands what you want from him. Then go for a walk, have a beer/whisky, meditate, or whatever it takes for you to find peace and let him do his work. Rumi
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