andrew wrote in
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If you give people a 'job price' rather than a cost per hour, it's
easier for them to see exactly how much they will have to pay,
(though you do take a bit of a risk if it takes longer than
expected.)

But sometimes they do not want to pay 'job price', because they don't
want to pay for any potential profit that might be gained.


I have found with new clients that for regular maintenance its best
to quote per hour

I bow to your experience. In my field, people want to know 'how much to
get the job done' but I largely sell to businesses.

Personally, I always ask for a 'job price' if I'm hiring someone for
building or gardening work. It helps me budget.

Victoria
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gardening on a north-facing hill
in South-East Cornwall
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