Would you like to save money on your fencing project?
It’s already a big investment in the privacy, security, and style of your home, so the more you can save – without sacrificing the quality of your fence – the better.
This article reveals 5 little-known ways you can reduce the cost of your quote and still get a quality fence. This info comes straight from the expert contractors here at Calabria Fencing.
In a way, we’re exposing the sneaky little tricks contractors use to charge you more.
Our competitors won’t like what we say here.
But we don’t care, as long as it helps you build your home at a more affordable price.
Let’s get into it!
1. Compare Quotes From Multiple Fencing Companies
Asking for quotes from multiple contractors is a well-known way to get a better deal.
(Don’t worry, the juicier methods are coming up 🙂
We recommend getting at least two quotes (though, more is better) before committing to a company or contractor. It’s a good idea to NOT base the value/expense of your project on a single quote.
You never know, they could be overcharging you.
When you’ve got multiple quotes on hand, you have 2 things:
- The average market price for your specific project
- More leverage when negotiating prices with contractors (More on this later)
Most importantly, you’ll know if one company is trying to rip you off, so you can avoid them like a black cat on Friday the 13th.
We’ve been told plenty of times by our customers;
“Your quote is much MUCH better than the other ones I’ve gotten!”
“I can’t believe I almost got ripped off by these other guys. Luckily I got a quote from Calabria Fencing first!”
Comparing quotes is a must these days.
You’ll get a much better deal compared to if you didn’t.
Ask our expert fence builders for a free, no-obligation quote by clicking here.
2. Go With Smaller Adelaide Fencing Businesses
Here are a few facts about the big-name fencing companies in Adelaide:
- They’re always busy
- There will be a long delay before they get to your project
- They charge top dollar for their services!
Because they’re so stacked up with work, they can afford to charge a ridiculous amount to their new customers. They don’t care if you don’t agree with their prices. They get tons of inquiries every day, and their business runs just fine charging premium prices.
Good for them.
Not so good for people like you who just want a good job done at a fair price.
Here’s how to overcome this:
Work with smaller, but still experienced, fencing companies (Like ours!).
You’ll get your project done faster with a more personalised service.
Hardly any delays before the work starts.
And of course, you’ll get a good price!
3. Offer To Pay Cold, Hard Cash! 💸
There’s a trick most people don’t talk about.
Maybe they’re too afraid to mention it, worried they’ll get in trouble, but I want to be 100% transparent with you here.
Offer to pay the contractors in cash.
You probably can guess why, but I’ll explain quickly.
Businesses charge YOU extra for GST fees (tax).
When you pay them in cash, many fencing contractors are happy to skip the tax paperwork and pass the savings to you.
Not everyone likes the thought of their contractors avoiding tax stuff.
But it’s the honest truth of the industry.
And if saving money is your goal, why not take advantage of it?
We’re happy to do it. You’re happy with the savings. It’s a win-win!
Casually ask your contractors if they’ll do a cash discount.
You’ll walk away with a couple hundred extra dollars in your bank.
4. Don’t Be Afraid To Negotiate
Negotiating on price isn’t just for buying houses and BBQs.
It works with fencing contractors too, and it can save you hundreds, maybe even thousands if it’s a big project.
Here’s the thing;
Most of us fencing contractors leave a little “haggling room” in our quotes.
That way, if a customer wants to negotiate, we can comfortably lower the price.
Honestly, most tradies would rather drop the quote a bit than lose the job entirely.
With this in mind, don’t hesitate to ask for a cheaper quote.
5. Choose a Simpler Fence Design (With Less Materials)
The less materials – And the less physical labour – involved in your fencing job, the cheaper it’ll be.
That’s why it pays to go with a simpler design if possible.
Especially if you’re on a tighter budget.
Many people add unnecessary extras to their fence.
By far the most common is concrete sleepers/plinths.
These long slabs of concrete are heavy, difficult to install, and can add thousands of dollars to your quote.
($30 – $50 per plinth, plus the extra work/labour involved)
They’re mainly used for design or to close up gaps beneath Good Neighbour fences.
But in a lot of cases, they aren’t needed.
Before adding extras, like plinths or extensions, ask yourself;
Do I really need this, or is it just an extra?
Read: Do You Need Sleepers Under Your Colorbond Fence?
Get Your Quote From Calabria Fencing Adelaide
Let’s summarise the 5 ways you can save money on your fencing quote:
- Compare quotes from multiple companies/contractors
- Go with smaller businesses
- Offer to pay the tradies with cash
- Negotiate initial quotes
- Use less materials when possible
By following these tips, you can save money and stay within budget without cutting corners on quality.
(To maximise savings, combine all 5 money-saving methods!)
So, ready to get a quote for your project and try out all the new tricks you just learned?
Request a free no-obligation quote from the experts at Calabria Fencing Adelaide
Hope to hear from you soon.