re: Labor Only Electrician

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I'm going to make my 'parts mark up' profit one way or another. It's just going to be on the labor instead of materials. No man off the street is getting a better price on materials than any reputable contractor. Only a fool would do a job for cheaper (less profit per job) just because the client bought parts.

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Correct, but also as I was saying the biggest issue with a labor only quote is people know the client will be watching them like a hawk. No taking a second coffee break, that hour and 15 minute lunch better not be included, etc.

That’s why a one time quote is just so much easier for a contractor. Round up a little to include things. It also prevents arguments with the client down the road on penny pinching.

But yes as you said, if an electrician normally charges $100/ hour they aren’t going to do a labor only job for $100/ hour only.