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"Had a leak under my sink. HouzTask told me what it likely was and what it should cost. The quote I had was $200 too high — I would never have known."
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Lauren H. · Enola, PAGot a quote.
Not sure if it's fair?
Upload any contractor quote — even from someone you found on your own — and HouzTask tells you if the price is reasonable, what's missing from the scope, and exactly what to ask before you sign anything.
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What you get
A clear answer on whether your quote is fair — line by line
HouzTask reads your quote and compares every line item against real repair pricing in your area. You get a plain-English verdict: what's priced right, what's high, what's missing, and the exact questions to ask before you commit.
The example on the right is what a real quote analysis looks like inside the tool.
Your HouzTask Quote AnalysisExample
Quote is partially inflated — one line item is significantly above market rate
“HVAC repair quote — refrigerant recharge + diagnostic + labor. Total: $1,180.”
Overall verdict
Overpriced by ~$285
Labor and diagnostic are fair. Refrigerant markup is high.
Fair price range
$845–$920
Line-by-line breakdown
Diagnostic / service call$120$90–$130Fair
R-410A refrigerant (3 lbs)$660$280–$380High
Labor — recharge & leak check$400$380–$450Fair
Items missing from this quote
· Written warranty on the refrigerant recharge (typically 90 days)
· Leak source identification — not listed but should be included
· Any permit requirements for refrigerant work in your area
What to do next
Go back with confidence — or find a second opinion
We'll generate a ready-to-use script for negotiating this quote, or connect you with a vetted local pro.
Upload my quote to check itNegotiation script, contractor questions & second opinion options inside
How it works
Three steps to know if your quote is fair
No technical knowledge required. Just share what the contractor sent you — however they sent it.
1
Share your quote
Upload a photo, PDF, or type the details in. Works with any quote — written estimates, text messages, handwritten notes, whatever you have.
2
We analyze every line
HouzTask checks each item against real regional pricing — materials, labor, and typical scope for that trade. Flags anything above market rate or missing from the job.
3
You negotiate from strength
Get a plain-English verdict, a question script to use with the contractor, and an option to find a second opinion — all before you spend a dollar.
Submit your quote
Works with whatever the contractor gave you
Formal PDF, a photo on your phone, a text message — HouzTask reads them all.
Photo of a written quote
Snap a picture of any paper estimate or handwritten note. HouzTask reads handwriting and extracts the line items automatically.
Works with: handwritten estimates, printed invoices, whiteboards
PDF or email attachment
Upload the PDF directly, or paste text from an email. Handles multi-page quotes and itemized breakdowns from any contractor software.
Works with: ServiceTitan, Jobber, QuickBooks, custom PDFs
Type it in yourself
Got a verbal quote or a text message? Just describe what was quoted — trade, job description, and the total price. We'll fill in the gaps.
Works with: phone quotes, text message estimates, verbal agreements
What HouzTask checks
Six things every homeowner should verify before signing
Most homeowners never know to ask. HouzTask checks all of them — automatically — on every quote you submit.
Price fairness — line by line
Every material and labor item is compared against real regional pricing. You see which lines are fair, which are high, and by how much.
Scope completeness
HouzTask flags items that should be included in this type of job but aren't listed — so you don't discover missing work after the contractor leaves.
Warranty and guarantee terms
Checks whether the quote specifies warranty coverage on parts and labor — and what's standard for this type of repair in your area.
Permit requirements
Identifies whether this job typically requires a permit in your area, and whether the quote accounts for that — before you unknowingly skip one.
Questions to ask the contractor
Get a ready-to-use script — the specific questions to ask, and what answers you should expect — so nothing catches you off guard.
Second opinion option
If something looks off, we can connect you with a second vetted contractor using your diagnostic as a shared brief so they arrive prepared.
Real homeowners, real results
What homeowners are saying
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"Uploaded my HVAC quote on a Sunday night. By Monday morning I had a full breakdown — one line was $300 over market. I used the negotiation script and the contractor matched it."
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David M. · Harrisburg, PA★★★★★
"The missing items section was the most valuable part. My quote didn't include a pressure test — the contractor added it at no charge once I asked."
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Sara R. · Camp Hill, PA★★★★★
"First time homeowner. I had no idea if my electrical quote was fair. HouzTask walked me through it line by line — felt like having a knowledgeable friend on my side."
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James T. · Mechanicsburg, PACommon questions
Questions homeowners ask before checking a quote
Do I have to use a HouzTask contractor to check a quote?
No. You can upload a quote from any contractor — someone you found on Google, a neighbor's recommendation, Angi, Thumbtack, or anywhere else. HouzTask is completely independent. We don't work for contractors and we don't take referral fees.
How does HouzTask know what a fair price is in my area?
HouzTask uses regional pricing data for materials and labor across specific trades — plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and more. Pricing varies by market, so we account for local labor rates, material costs, and typical scope for that job type in your region.
What if my quote is just a number with no line items?
That's fine. Describe the job, the trade, and the total price — HouzTask will estimate what a fair breakdown should look like and flag whether the overall number is in range. It will also tell you what a proper itemized quote should include so you can ask the contractor for more detail.
Is this really free? What's the catch?
Quote analysis is always free for homeowners. HouzTask is a home services marketplace — we help homeowners find trustworthy pros and help contractors find homeowners who need their services. Your quote stays completely private.
Will HouzTask share my quote with the contractor who gave it to me?
No. Your quote and your analysis are always private — we never share them. If you choose to get competing bids from local pros, only the basic job details you approve will be shared — not your quote or what you were charged.
What trades and repair types does this cover?
HouzTask can analyze quotes across a wide range of home repairs and improvements. While our pricing data is strongest for plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general handyman work, the tool is built to flag red flags, missing scope, and unusual pricing across most trades.
Don't sign anything you're not sure about.
Upload your quote and know in under a minute whether the price is fair — and exactly what to do if it isn't.