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Back to EpisodesQuotes That Go Wrong, Markup Debate & Weird Customer Stories
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👇 Let us know in the comments:
Do you mark up materials or stick to cost price?
💬 Why does every job take longer than quoted? And how much markup is too much on materials?
In this episode of Off The Job Overtime, Pete and Kerian dive into the everyday chaos of life in the trades, from frustrating quotes and markup debates to working in customer houses where nothing goes to plan.
Expect full-blown banter, honest chat, and the kind of on-site stories you only hear over a brew.
🔧 Job quoting nightmares (and why nothing ever takes “a day”)
💸 The markup debate – what’s fair to charge on parts?
📋 Should you break down your quotes or keep it simple?
🐕 Working in mad houses with dogs, kids, and chaos
🤢 Portaloos vs lofts in August – which would you rather?
🧴 Salmon DNA in skincare… yep, we went there
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⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.
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