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Compare contractor bids.
See beyond the price.

Put 2–4 quotes on equal footing. Compare the scope, materials, allowances, exclusions, warranty, payments, and normalized cost—then print a clear report for your next contractor conversation.

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Comparison report

Your contractor bids

Quote 1
Cost per square foot—

6 planning flags

  • Detailed scope is missing
  • Materials or product specifications are missing
  • Allowances are not identified
  • Exclusions are not identified
  • Warranty terms are missing
  • Payment milestones are missing
Quote 2
Cost per square foot—

6 planning flags

  • Detailed scope is missing
  • Materials or product specifications are missing
  • Allowances are not identified
  • Exclusions are not identified
  • Warranty terms are missing
  • Payment milestones are missing

Before choosing

A lower total is not always
a lower final cost.

Ask every bidder the same questions

  • Who obtains and pays for permits and required inspections?
  • What exact products, quantities, and installation methods are included?
  • How are changes, concealed conditions, and overruns approved?
  • Who performs the work, and how will insurance and licensing be verified?
  • What triggers each payment, and what remains due after final inspection?
Important: This tool organizes information you enter; it does not verify contractors or determine which bid is best. Flags are general planning prompts, not legal, financial, safety, or contracting advice. Requirements and consumer protections vary by location. Verify current rules with the appropriate government agency and review the final written contract before work begins.