They had already convinced my neighbors on both sides to do the same, so I had to pay $150 for materials and they threw in the labor for free.  

Or negotiate on a package of houses with someone trying to liquidate a small portfolio of homes.  

Fire and Police unions and their lofty compensation packages are ruining the city budget which prevents the city from cleaning up the streets in areas that might otherwise be interesting to develop. 

Account Closed Thanks for the material references and the advice on the market.  

Paid $2,490 for materials and installation.

I assume you also have to supply all the tools and go pick up all the materials also?

For one thing they often have pretty smiling girls an the set, and for another;  I am always looking to learn something if I can.My short-version assessment is:  it's entertainment and not reference material.

Given that the submitted package is bulletproof, I agree with @Andrew Cordle it can take less time.2.

end quoted material----------------------------------------------------------------------My comments  - Don't assume that the big money is necessarily smart money.

If you have samples of the material used, that will help as well.