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How to Compare Home-Service Estimates

A consistent way to compare diagnosis, included work, exclusions, permits, cleanup, warranties, and payment terms.

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Checklist

written diagnosis and supporting tests
materials, model numbers, and quantities
labor, permits, disposal, and cleanup
access, patching, and restoration exclusions
warranty provider and claim process
deposit, milestones, and change-order terms

Verify before hiring

Use the responsible public source.

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Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board

State consumer guidance on licensing, references, insurance, contracts, and payments.