🛡️ Audit Tool

Is This Quote Fair?

In home services, the lowest bid is often a high-interest liability paid back through future system failures, fines, and water damage. Audit your estimate for common contractor shortcuts.

🔍 Red Flag Checklist

Select any shortcuts your contractor is suggesting, or any critical items that are missing or left vague in your written estimate.

No Permit / Skipping Municipal InspectionsLegal & Safety

Contractor suggests skipping permits to save money and time.

No Equipment Surge Protector IncludedElectrical & Warranty

Lacks dedicated surge protection for the system control boards.

No Refrigerant Line Flush (AC / Heat Pump)Mechanical Integrity

Reusing old copper lines without chemical flushing.

No Safety Overflow Switch (Condensate Drain)Water Damage

Omitting a float switch in the drain pan or line.

Vague or Omitted Labor Warranty (< 1 Year)Financial Liability

Labor warranty is only 90 days or not explicitly written.

No Equipment Haul-Away & Disposal ListedLogistics

Quote is silent on removing the old unit and EPA refrigerant recovery.

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🛡️ Bid Audit Summary

Safety & Risk ScoreLow Risk

Your quote appears to include standard safeguards. Make sure to verify these items are in the final contract text before signing.

Base Quote:$8,500
Artificial Savings:-$0
Unmitigated Risk Exposure:$0 - $0
True Risk-Adjusted Lifetime Cost
$8,500 - $8,500
The actual cost range you are likely to pay over the first 5 years due to repairs, voided warranties, or codes.

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