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Wwyd - using a friend as a landscaper/mason
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PitterPatter11
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Wwyd - using a friend as a landscaper/mason
DH and I are looking to install a new patio. DH has a friend who owns a landscaping/masonry company - they've been in business for ~15 years. We're thinking about asking him for a quote. I am slightly leery about using him only because my parents once did business with a neighbor and got burned. What are your thoughts about entering business relationships with friends?
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Posted 5/3/15 9:00 PM  |
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tray831
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Re: Wwyd - using a friend as a landscaper/mason
In reality, anything can happen. It can go real well....or not. Nothing wrong with getting a quote. If he's not much less or more than your other quotes; Id probably go with the stranger. Lol
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| Posted 5/3/15 9:42 PM |
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DiamondGirl
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Wwyd - using a friend as a landscaper/mason
Personally I would feel weird getting a quote from a friend and then going w someone else...
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| Posted 5/4/15 8:13 AM |
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Re: Wwyd - using a friend as a landscaper/mason
I think it depends on the contractor.
We have used 2 friends numerous times and never had any issues. One is a contractor (who is amazing if you are in NJ and need someone) and one is a mason.
When we were leveling our yard and installing our pool, we needed a retaining wall. He quoted us double of other guys just because he didn't have the crew and there was no hard feelings.
I would also make sure you like his work.
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| Posted 5/4/15 8:14 AM |
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