Before you sign that estimate, let someone on your side read it
Most homeowners get one quote, feel uneasy about the number, and sign anyway. For $99 we read the estimate and tell you what the work should cost in your area, what's missing from the scope, and exactly which questions to ask before any money changes hands. We're paid by you, not by contractors — so the answer is straight.
Written contractor quote review
Market range, scope gaps, deposit red flags, and questions to ask. Back within one business day.
Now serving Monmouth County, NJ — starting in Northern Monmouth
Is this price real?
We give you a market range for that exact scope so you're not guessing.
Vague scope, big risk
'Repair as needed' is how change orders are born. We find the gaps before you sign.
Deposit red flags
Large up-front deposits, cash-only terms, and missing license or insurance details get flagged.
Leverage to negotiate
A written second opinion is the calmest, most effective negotiating tool there is.
How it works
- 1
Send the estimate
Paste the line items or describe the quote and what the contractor promised.
- 2
We review it
A Neighborify advisor checks pricing, scope, payment terms, and licensing signals.
- 3
You get a straight answer
A written summary: fair / high / low, what's missing, and what to ask before signing.
What contractors should be quoting
We compare your quote against real numbers from recently completed Monmouth County projects. Here's the range we benchmark against.
| Project | Typical range | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Full roof replacement (architectural shingle)Squares, layers to tear off, pitch, and decking repairs | $11,000 – $28,000 | Squares, layers to tear off, pitch, and decking repairs |
| Hardie or vinyl siding replacementWrap, trim details, and how much rot is found underneath | $18,000 – $55,000 | Wrap, trim details, and how much rot is found underneath |
| Composite deck rebuildSize, height, railing system, and footings | $16,000 – $45,000 | Size, height, railing system, and footings |
| Mid-range kitchen remodelCabinet line, layout changes, and appliance package | $35,000 – $90,000 | Cabinet line, layout changes, and appliance package |
| Hall bathroom remodelTile scope, plumbing moves, and fixture level | $18,000 – $38,000 | Tile scope, plumbing moves, and fixture level |
| Finished basementEgress, bath addition, ceiling height, and moisture work | $45,000 – $110,000 | Egress, bath addition, ceiling height, and moisture work |
These are the benchmarks we hold your quote against. A quote outside the range isn't automatically wrong — but you should know why before you sign.
What's included
- $99 written second opinion on any home project estimate
- Realistic market price range for your scope and area
- Scope-gap analysis: what the quote leaves out
- Payment schedule and deposit red-flag check
- License and insurance verification guidance
- A short list of questions to ask before you sign
Common questions
What does the review cost?
$99 flat for a written second opinion on one contractor estimate. That's the whole price — we don't take a cut from contractors, and there's no obligation to hire anyone through us.
Which areas do you cover?
We're starting in Monmouth County, New Jersey, with Northern Monmouth first. Pricing ranges are benchmarked to your local market.
Will you tell me if the price is fair?
We give you a realistic market range for that scope in your area, and flag any line items that look padded, vague, or missing.
Do I have to switch contractors?
Not at all. Plenty of homeowners use our review to renegotiate or simply to feel confident signing the quote they already have.
How long does it take?
Most reviews come back within one business day. Complex remodels and multi-trade projects can take two.