Browse Forums General Discussion Re: I think i am getting ripped off!! Simple kitchen reno 6. 8Jan 27, 2011 11:37 am sirgoat it does sound like there is probably a kick back in it for the agent. What does the 6.5k cover? To do it properly he will probably need a plumber and sparky out 2 or 3 times each. Oven, rangehood, sink will chew up about $1k buying new with out any special discounts. Tiles will cost about ~40-50 m^2 laid, paint again will add up. The other thing to consider is that provided this guy gets all appropriate certificates (e.g. gets a licensed plumber/gas fitter out) then it doesn't matter if he is ripping your dad off he gave a quote, your dad accepted. It might not be the best way to do business or exist a human but it probably isn't illegal. I'd agree with this. In the end, if he provides what his been paid to do and you both agreed on that at the start, then you're obliged to continue. 6.5k for a kitchen reno is generally on the cheap side, even if he uses cheap materials, you still need to pay for removal, disposal, sourcing the materials and installation. It's kind of like buying a used car sight unscene, very risky. Edit: I should add, I actually like the look of the new kitchen so far, assuming they re-tile, add a benchtop and fix the walls and ceiling. No. It's not original. Circa early to mid 90s would be my guess and maybe even as late as early 2000s 1 6625 Use a product like Equisol's Vitalise to clean the deck then coat with a penetrating timber oil. It will look 10 years younger and add value to your home. Visit for… 1 15764 How much are you ahead in payments compared to where the build is at? Have you fully drawn down the loan? 5 11893 |