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Quote Range Checker
Enter your project and we'll compare the quote against our estimated cost range for your area in seconds — then optionally upload the full quote for an AI line-item breakdown and a free state contract review. It's an estimate to help set expectations, not a quote.
How to read a contractor's quote
A sound contractor quote has three properties: it lands near regional norms for the scope and finish level, it itemizes the work instead of giving you a single number, and the contract that comes with it complies with your state's home-improvement statutes. A quote can pass the price test and still be a bad deal if the contract leaves out a three-day cancellation clause, takes a down-payment above your state's legal cap, or omits the contractor's license and insurance disclosures. The Quote Range Checker handles the price comparison instantly; uploading the full quote and contract layers on the AI itemization and the 50-state compliance review.
Why your quote might be high — and when to walk
Quotes above the estimated range aren't automatically a rip-off. The top three legitimate reasons are site complexity (older homes, knob-and-tube, asbestos, water damage), custom or designer work (semi-custom cabinetry, specialty tile, imported fixtures), and schedule premiums (fast-track projects or peak construction season). The red flags are different: a contractor who refuses to provide a line-item breakdown, demands more than your state allows as a down-payment, can't show current license and insurance, or pressures you to sign on the spot. When you see any of those, get at least two more bids before committing — most states give you a three-day right to cancel even after signing.
What the AI contract review looks for
Once you upload a quote and contract, our AI runs it against the specific statutes in your state. Common checks include: required written-contract thresholds (most states require a written contract above a dollar value), down-payment caps (California caps at 10% or $1,000 — whichever is less; New York and Maryland have similar limits), mechanic's lien notices, three-day right-to-cancel disclosures, license and insurance verification, and change-order procedure language. Missing or non-compliant clauses are flagged in plain English, with a one-click option to generate a compliant version you can hand back to your contractor.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Quote Range Checker work?
Enter your project type, ZIP code, square footage, finish level, and the contractor's total quote. We compare it against our own internal cost model — hand-built unit costs adjusted by a regional index — and tell you whether it lands below, inside, or above the estimated cost range for your area. These numbers are estimates, not licensed cost data. For a deeper review, upload the full quote PDF and our AI breaks it into line items, flags any that look high, and reviews the contract against your state's home-improvement statutes.
What counts as a high quote?
Our estimated range approximates typical costs for comparable projects in your region at your finish level. Quotes above the range aren't automatically wrong — site conditions, demo complexity, custom work, and material upgrades all justify premiums — but they deserve a second look and a line-item breakdown before you sign.
Is the AI contract review included?
Yes. Your first AI contract review is free with an Our Haus account. We check the contract against your state's statutory requirements — three-day cancellation language, down-payment caps, mechanic's lien notices, license and insurance disclosures, and any clauses your state mandates by law — and flag what's missing in plain English.
Do I need to share my contractor's identity?
No. The quick check is anonymous — you only share project type, ZIP, square footage, finish level, and dollar amount. Uploading the full quote PDF for AI review requires a free account so we can store and reference it later, but the contractor's name is never shared with us or anyone else.