How many quotes should you get?
Three. One quote gives you nothing to compare. More than three takes up your time and phone without telling you much more. Three shows you the fair price and the range of options.
Why three
With three quotes you can spot one that's too high or suspiciously low, and see what a fair price looks like for your home.
Compare the same job
Ask each firm to quote for the same thing: same size, same materials, same extras. Otherwise you're comparing different jobs.
Look past the price
Check what's included, the warranty, how soon they can start and how they'll handle problems. The cheapest quote isn't always the best value.
Check them out
Look for reviews, insurance and the right accreditation for the trade, like Gas Safe for boilers or MCS for solar and heat pumps.
Why we stop at three
That's the whole idea of HouseQuotes. Your details go to up to three pros for your job and area. Nobody else. No swarm of calls.