07/01/2026
A bid that's significantly lower than the others usually means something is missing: cut corners, underestimated materials, or a timeline that quietly stretches once work begins. Rework, missed deadlines, and inspection failures all add holding costs that erase the savings from that lower number.
The goal isn't to always pick the most expensive contractor either. It's to evaluate bids against scope, references, and track record, not just the bottom line. A contractor who finishes on time and on scope protects your holding costs more than a slightly lower price ever will.
Price is one input. Reliability is the one that actually shows up in your final numbers.
Would you hire the cheapest bid or the most reliable one?
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