I wanted to share this experience because I was truly surprised by the huge price difference. My spouse and I needed to get a new tub/shower insert for our master bathroom. Since I had a Home Depot card, I decided to start by requesting a quote on their website. In my area, which is Texas, Home Depot partners with a company called Statewide Remodeling for such services. After doing some digging, I found out that Statewide Remodeling has a reputation for using high-pressure sales tactics. Despite this, I thought it wouldn’t hurt to have them come over and see for myself.
The quote they provided for their “polymer” replacement was a whopping $20,000. My wife and I were taken aback and simply asked them to leave without wasting any more of our time. But the story doesn’t end there. We then had to endure the classic “let me speak to you as a friend trying to help you out, not as a salesperson” routine, where they offered a supposed discount. As if that weren’t enough, we also had to deal with follow-up calls and texts, which only added to the annoyance.
Around the same time, we faced another issue – roots had invaded our main house drain. While our trusted local plumber was at our place to investigate and fix that problem, we also inquired about the bathroom situation. To our surprise, the plumber assessed the work needed and handed us a quote of $6,800, expressing apologies for the high cost. I was genuinely shocked by the discrepancy in prices.
When I mentioned Statewide Remodeling to the plumber, he wasn’t surprised at all. In fact, he casually asked, “Did they quote you around $20,000?” When I confirmed, he responded with, “People pay that all the time, but I don’t understand why.” This revelation left me dumbfounded. We had previously received excellent service from Home Depot installers for a water heater and stove, making the situation even more perplexing.
In the end, this experience highlighted the importance of shopping around and getting multiple quotes before committing to any home improvement project. It’s crucial to do your research, ask for recommendations, and not be swayed by high-pressure sales tactics. Trusting reputable local professionals can often save you a significant amount of money while ensuring quality workmanship.