Fixed price still depends on defined scope
A fixed total is meaningful only for the work and assumptions actually included. Exclusions and allowances still matter.
Time and materials needs transparent rules
Ask about labor rates, subcontractor markup, material markup, equipment, supervision, time records, invoices, and any not-to-exceed or budget controls.
Compare risk allocation, not labels
Consider who bears uncertainty for quantities, concealed conditions, selection changes, schedule changes, and design revisions.
Use the decision as the starting baseline
When you choose a contractor, preserve the accepted scope, price, allowances, and payment milestones. CheckMyBids is the pre-hire side of the workflow; CheckMyRemodel is where the awarded project continues when changes and payments start.
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