Let’s Talk About Something Most Contractors Avoid

Pricing.

A lot of homeowners in Kamloops are left guessing:

• “Is this quote fair?”
• “Am I overpaying?”
• “Why does this cost what it costs?”

And to be honest…
Most contractors don’t really explain it.

So let’s change that.

Here’s a real example from a recent job.

🔧 The Job: Multiple Small Bathroom Repairs

A homeowner reached out needing a few things addressed:

• Replace a bathroom sink drain (with overflow + lift rod setup)
• Stop a leak at the shower hose connection
• Replace a toilet water supply line
• Install a new tub drain (lift-and-turn style)

Nothing massive — but a handful of important, detail-oriented repairs.

💰 What This Repair Actually Cost

Here’s a transparent breakdown:

🧾 Materials:

• Sink drain assembly
• Tub drain kit
• Toilet supply line
• Misc fittings & connectors

Estimated Total: $90 – $140

🔨 Labour:

• On-site work (approx. 2.5–3 hours)
• Diagnosis + proper installation
• Ensuring everything is sealed, aligned, and functioning correctly

Labour: $225 – $285

🚗 Additional Time:

• Material pickup (0.5 hour)
• Travel to/from job site

Additional: $75 – $95

💵 Estimated Total Cost: $390 – $520

🤔 Why Isn’t This Cheaper?

That’s a fair question.

Because at a glance, this might seem like “quick work.”

But here’s what actually goes into it:

🔍 1. It’s Not Just Installation — It’s Diagnosis

Small plumbing issues can hide bigger problems.

Before anything gets installed, we:

• Check connections
• Look for underlying causes of leaks
• Make sure we’re not just “patching” something temporarily

🔧 2. The Details Matter (A Lot)

Things like:

• Proper sealing
• Alignment of drains
• Tight (but not over-tightened) fittings

Miss one small detail…
And you’re dealing with leaks again in a week.

🛠️ 3. Tools, Experience, and Doing It Right the First Time

Anyone can swap a part.

Not everyone:

• Knows what to look for
• Spots potential issues early
• Leaves the job clean and reliable

That’s where experience shows up.

⚠️ 4. Cheap Fixes Often Don’t Stay Fixed

We’ve seen it many times in Kamloops:

• Temporary fixes that fail quickly
• Incorrect installs that cause new damage
• Homeowners paying twice to fix the same issue

Doing it properly once usually saves money long-term.

📍 Why We Share This

Because homeowners deserve clarity.

When you understand:

• What you’re paying for
• Why it costs what it costs

You can make better decisions — without pressure.

🤝 The Goal Isn’t Just to Fix It — It’s to Leave You Confident

At Trusted Reno, the goal is simple:

👉 Do the job properly
👉 Be upfront about pricing
👉 Leave things better than we found them

No guessing. No surprises.

📞 Have Something Similar?

If you’ve got repairs you’ve been putting off — even small ones — feel free to reach out.

📱 778-512-6505
📧 daniel@trustedreno.org
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