Contractor quote checker

Type in a quote and its size. See whether the price is low, fair or high against national ranges for the job, what it should include, and what to ask before you sign.

By the LocalServiceHQ editorial team

Updated Oct 28, 2026

Formulas listed below

Compare scope firstThe cheapest quote often leaves out removal, permits or a warranty.

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What moves a contractor quote

Job sizeMost quotes scale with size, but small jobs cost more per unit because setup and minimum charges are spread thinner.

600 sq ft

Materials and specThickness, grade and finish change the price more than anything else after size. Compare the same spec across quotes.

$11.00 typical

Site and accessSlopes, tight side yards, long carries and old material to remove add labor time.

± 10–20%

What is includedRemoval, permits and a written warranty are often left out of the cheapest quote. Ask for them in writing.

1 of 3 listed

Your quoteWhere your price per unit falls against the national low, typical and high figures.

Fair

How to use the quote checker

Pick the job

Choose the job type that matches the quote. Each one uses its own national price range.

Enter size and total

Use the size written on the quote, not your own estimate, so the per-unit price is fair.

Mark what is included

Tick removal, permit and warranty if the quote lists them. Missing items are flagged.

Read the verdict

Low, fair, above typical or high, with the questions to ask before you sign.

National price ranges used by the quote checker

From the LocalServiceHQ Price Index, Q3 2026. Each figure is the price per unit installed.

Job

Unit

Low

Typical

High

Concrete driveway

per sq ft

$6.00

$9.00

$15.00

Foundation piers

per pier

$1,000

$1,800

$3,000

Wood privacy fence

per ft

$22.00

$35.00

$58.00

Paver patio

per sq ft

$10.00

$15.00

$25.00

Epoxy garage floor

per sq ft

$4.00

$7.00

$12.00

Sources: Concrete driveway: National cost guides (HomeGuide, Angi, HomeAdvisor), compared Oct 2026. Foundation piers: National cost guides (HomeGuide, Angi, HomeAdvisor), compared Oct 2026. Wood privacy fence: National cost guides (HomeGuide, Angi, HomeAdvisor), compared Oct 2026. Paver patio: National cost guides (HomeGuide, Angi, HomeAdvisor), compared Oct 2026. Epoxy garage floor: National cost guides (HomeGuide, Angi, HomeAdvisor), compared Oct 2026.

Quote red flags

Comparing totals, not scopeA cheaper quote may skip removal, base prep or the permit. Line the quotes up item by item.

Large cash depositPaying most of the job up front leaves you with little leverage if work stalls.

No written warrantyAsk how long workmanship is covered and what is excluded, in writing.

Pressure to sign today"Today only" discounts are a sales tactic. A fair price will still be fair next week.

No insurance certificateIf a worker is hurt or your property is damaged, an uninsured contractor leaves you exposed.

Vague materials"Concrete driveway" is not a spec. Look for thickness, PSI, reinforcement and finish.

Quote checker FAQ

How do I know if a contractor quote is fair?

Divide the quote by the job size to get a price per unit, then compare it with the typical range for that job. A fair quote usually sits near the typical figure and lists the full scope.

Why is my quote higher than the national range?

Local labor rates, hard access, removal of old material, a heavier spec or a busy season can all push a quote up. Ask the contractor which of these apply.

Is the cheapest quote the best one?

Not always. Very low quotes often leave out prep, permits or warranty. Compare scope first, then price.

How many quotes should I get?

Three is a good number. It shows you the local price spread and makes outliers easy to spot.

Does this tool use local prices?

It uses national ranges from our Price Index. City cost guides show local prices where we have checked them.

Is my quote saved or shared?

No. The check runs in your browser and nothing you type is sent to contractors.