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Gurjot Grewal
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Got a quote for maintenance work, am I being overcharged?

Gurjot Grewal
  • New to Real Estate
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
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Bought this home back in April. There's a tenant living in it and he's been there for 3years. The home is in pretty good condition interior and exterior. I was thinking I would reinvest some of the rental income to make some minor repairs/maintenance around the home. This is a long distance investment, and the quote is from a handyman. He was referred to me by a trusted local contact and also has good reviews online. 

-Gutters cleaning: $350 

-fix broken downspout: $300 

-fix loose siding: $250 

-carbon monoxide detector: $125

-bath silicone: $100 

-deck boards: 3-4 are bad need to be replaced 

What does everyone think. Is this a fair price? 

edit: home is a 900sq ft rancher

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Andrew Postell
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@Gurjot Grewal I don't know about your market but getting someone out to a property for a job that's less than $1,000 is impossible practically everywhere else.  If you have a trusted friend who referred you a well reviewed contractor...then take it.  

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