ScooterB
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- Location
- NW Arkansas
I'm new at doing my own thing and am interested in how you guys/gals go about setting your rates. I'm a small time guy, mostly residetial but some small commercial. But I do carry a Masters License (have for a long time). It would seem that in many situations, I am forced to compete (rate wise) against a company that may send out a Journeyman. His rates would be lower than mine. I would love to talk with some of the locals, but they seem to be pretty tight lipped about what they charge. I usually charge $50 per hour for T & M. Does this seem outrageous? Some customers are okay with it, others want to bitch.
How does one go about finding a legit rate that I won't lose my butt and the customer won't feel like I am trying to buy the next new boat?
Thanks for any and all help!
How does one go about finding a legit rate that I won't lose my butt and the customer won't feel like I am trying to buy the next new boat?
Thanks for any and all help!