Contractor On A Property

[Carl Whitfield]

Hi, I've found a property that needs work I called a contractor to come out and give me an estimate but, of course he didn't come I figured because he isn't making money to just come look at a property. My question is how can I get an accurate estimate on repair cost or should I pay a contractor to come out?  

[J.R. St Julien]

@ Carl Whitford - That is exactly why they want to charge you to come out. We see that all the time if the home is in escrow or under contract. Makes sense though if you think about it from their perspective - what is the chance that they will actually get the business from providing a free estimate in this scenario? Best to establish a relationship with a good and reasonably priced contractor and work out a reasonable fee for this service.