Before accepting a contractor quote, you should ask what exactly is included, what is excluded, how hidden conditions are handled, and what warranty and timing assumptions the contractor is making.
The first four questions that matter most
Ask what the contractor is fixing, what is included in the price, what is not included yet, and what could trigger a change order later. Those four questions alone catch a surprising number of weak quotes.
Questions that change by service type
Roofing quotes should clarify decking and flashing, plumbing quotes should clarify access and finish repair, and mold or water jobs should clarify containment, drying, and reconstruction boundaries. Service-specific pages like roof repair and mold remediation can help you customize those questions.
How to use the answers
If the contractor answers clearly, quote comparison gets easier. If the answers stay vague, use the complete quote guide and our quote comparison guide before moving forward.