barooga Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 perhap's "is this a good price/advice" "whats the best alarm system" should be added to the BWF.with all due respects, we need to think a little deeper about the image portrayed in here imo, you don't ever get a second chance at making a good first impression. Assuming i read it correctly, the OP got quotes from local companies, seeks out kit on the internet then comes on querying prices and giving the suggestion industry prices are too high and that he could do it cheaper. And you say we in the industry have an attitude.?? This happens regularly. Not happy with advice from someone who actually visits the home and spends time and effort give a quote, JP then comes on here and asks total strangers who have no knowledge of site and precise requirements what's the best way to save him money - wasting the time of the poor souls who did the quotes. There is a thread on here asking which system we all consider to be best. Who knows, we all have our own favourites. On that basis, JP is never going to get a clear answer. Therefore cost is very possibly going to be the deciding factor. Growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional
arfur mo Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 you for real or are you missing the mod lounge yes i am, and no, it probably misses me we earn our living based on knowing what we do - we also earn it by knowing what things cost which is all very true, but people have the right top ask, the Tv is full of 'house of horror' type shows and watchdog informing how people got conned, it's prudent to ask is it not, or do you advise them to wait till the horse has bolted? hey i got news for you guys - that bespoke kitchen you just paid If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!!
arfur mo Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 Assuming i read it correctly, the OP got quotes from local companies, seeks out kit on the internet then comes on querying prices and giving the suggestion industry prices are too high and that he could do it cheaper. i'd say well we all do, well i know i'd do my best to ensure i was not being duped or ropped off, what needs to be remembered is the limited experience of any o/p in a given field. without a reference point, we all look at price 1st, perhaps if quoted 3k forget it quoted If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!!
barooga Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 i'd say well we all do, well i know i'd do my best to ensure i was not being duped or ropped off, what needs to be remembered is the limited experience of any o/p in a given field. without a reference point, we all look at price 1st, perhaps if quoted 3k forget it quoted Growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional
Guest anguscanplay Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 totaly missing the point is becoming your speciality arfur imho first post " i cant see how you justify your mark up " as i have said all along get the firms in and ask
Guest anguscanplay Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 I disagree mate. yeah sorry bud i was thinking of a totaly different thing - still dont like it though lol
Alarm Protection Posted July 2, 2007 Posted July 2, 2007 Guys, I see points are getting to much now. The guy asked if !
arfur mo Posted July 3, 2007 Posted July 3, 2007 Seems like you answered the question then. Compared to your prices If you think education is difficult, try being stupid!!!!
Guest Dave the alarm man Posted July 3, 2007 Posted July 3, 2007 if i want my car's air con fixed i'll stick a pin in yellow pages and get an estimate, i will also get comparative estimates from others, not quite right more of I'can buy "X" from http://www.eurocarparts.com for
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