Spot the pricing risks.
This quote is about to go out the door — but it’s got problems that could cost the firm money. Six things here should stop an estimator in their tracks. Click every risk you can spot — a few things are perfectly fine.
Risks found 0 / 6 — click anything that could cost the firm money
C Watkins PlumbingQuote working sheet — for review before sending
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| £2,400 | |
| £0 | |
| Materials (from supplier quote, ) | £1,180 |
| £220 |
Subtotal£3,800
£0
Total£3,800
Scope:
Payment:
- Undefined line at £0. “Misc works — as needed” priced at nothing means you’ll do work for free. Define it and price it, or leave it out.
- No contingency. Nothing set aside for the unexpected — one surprise and this job loses money.
- Labour looks far too low. One day to supply and fit a boiler? Under-priced labour is the fastest way to lose money on a job.
- No written scope. “Agreed verbally on site” leads straight to disputes about what was included. Get it in writing.
- Expired supplier price. The materials price is only valid to Nov 2025 — it’s out of date, so the real cost may be higher.
- No deposit, vague payment terms. “Pay whenever” on a £3,800 job is a cash-flow risk. Set clear terms and a deposit.
Caught the risks?
Find all six pricing risks (or reveal the rest), then mark this complete. Spotting these before a quote goes out is exactly what keeps a job profitable.
Find the risks to unlock. Done — you’re good to go.