Is $9,000 to replace knob and tube wiring in non-kitchen areas a fair price?
Project Details
The homeowner is undergoing a full kitchen remodel and added a line item to replace remaining knob and tube (K&T) wiring in other areas of the house. There is a dispute over whether the $9,000 charge is a fixed price or a time and materials (T&M) estimate with a cap.
Quote Details
Electrical remediation work performed by a subcontractor during a larger kitchen remodel. - Remove and replace existing knob and tube wiring in various areas of the home - Work performed as a line item within a larger general contracting agreement - Contractor claims price is a minimum fixed cost, with additional T&M charges if scope exceeds the estimate
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