I had a new washing machine delivered and in the process of installing it found the original plumbing for it was a home handy job. With this being a condo installation I wanted the job done properly.
The job was completed quickly and well and he installed the washing machine in the process. The guy they sent round was also polite, and managed to keep mess to a minimum as well.
But was it ever expensive. $220 for a length of flexible plastic tube and an end cap. When they arrive they have a big book from which they can quote prices from, but nothing really fitted the criteria of the job I needed done. I had already paid for Sears to install the machine, I simply needed the plumbing upgraded. I was charged for a job that involved steel braided cables (which had come with the machine I had bought) and the installation. I challenged the cost so the guy rang his supervisor (supposedly?) and in the end quoted an even higher price. He ended up going with the lower price for me but I felt horrifically ripped off at the end of it all.
If I didn't have the work done by them I was still liable for the call out fee which off of the top of my head is about $50 (if they end up doing the work this is waived in favour for the agreed on cost prior to them starting the work; so there is some peace of mind that you won't incur additional costs once they start... hopefully)
- Approximate cost of services:
- $220.00