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ARTICLE · 16 AUGUST 2017

Estimates: How Important Are They Really?

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Ever found yourself in a situation where you have provided an estimate for your services, but felt uncertain if you underquoted your client?

CanadaReal Estate and Construction
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Ever found yourself in a situation where you have provided an estimate for your services, but felt uncertain if you underquoted your client? Maybe you didn't have all the necessary information? Maybe your client requested additional work or changes to the work as the project progressed? Either way, will you be able to collect payment for amounts in excess of your original quote? The best answer: it depends.

While you may be bound by an estimate in some circumstances, the Supreme Court of Canada has said an estimate is not a guarantee or warranty at law. The Court will review each case on its unique facts. Some situations where a contractor might not be bound by an estimate include:

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