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To: Hydroshock

I don't generally enjoy working with these younger homeowners. They generally seem to have an over-inflated view of their own worth based on their careers as computer specialists, lawyers or whatever and an under-valued assessment of the tradesman. They seem to "shop price" above everything else and don't consider the overall "value" of a conscientious, skilled person. Then, when the job's half-done in a half-assed manner by some bubba who gave them the great price, they don't understand why it's going to cost even more to fix it.

Or, they tell you how this other guy said he could do it for less, but he's too busy. Well, hell, when I'm too busy, I'll tell you I can do it for even less than that!

My all-time favorite was, "Well, my Dad could do that" to which I replied, "Yes, I'm sure he could" and then they said, "Well, he's passed on". At which point, I think, but don't say, "Then I guess that will slow him down some."

Nah, I prefer to deal with more seasoned homeowners who know the real deal.


28 posted on 08/07/2006 7:34:15 AM PDT by Emmett McCarthy
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To: Emmett McCarthy; groanup

Society has conditioned them to be that way. Non-skilled illegals are building new houses. High schools no longer teach the trades - they push everyone to attend college. The majority of folks don't recognize the value of quality craftsmanship or repair. Just my .02


59 posted on 08/07/2006 8:22:02 AM PDT by stainlessbanner
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