So why this guy contact me about fixing something of his. I gave him a price of how much it was going to be. And then he wanted a breakdown parts versus labor. I don’t like doing that because I know the customer is going to nickel and dime me. Sure enough he goes online and says why are you charging me x amount for this part. It only cost $30 on Amazon.
I explain why my parts cost more etc. And I don’t hear from him again. He sends me a text today asking when is the earliest I can do the job. I don’t want to do the work, I know this guy is going to be a pain in the ass. What are business appropriate reasons/ excuses I can give as to why I don’t want the business.
3 options- 1.We’re not a good fit 2. Ghost him, not recommended 3. Give a price high enough to deal with him if he bites
Since he wants a breakdown after given, I wouldn’t waste my time. I’d just reiterate the scope of work and clarify that cost is for that scope. When I go to a resteraunt I don’t ask for a cost breakdown on the sides for an entree.