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Via Thumbtack I was wanting to hire someone to do a relatively easy job. At 68 I'm getting to the point that I'd rather pay someone than to do the job myself.

Abraham, via Thumbtack, contacted me and based on my description of the job, he indicated he'd do the job for $350. I contacted him and asked him to come a take a look so that he could give me an accurate estimate. I knew his estimate was too high. We set a date to meet, but he cancelled as he said something came up.

A couple of days later he called and asked if he could come over. I said sure. When he showed up I showed him the job. When I asked him for an estimate he stated that he had already given me an estimate.

I reminded him that when we talked he was supposed to look at the job, then give me an accurate estimate now having seen the extent of what I wanted done. He left saying his original bid of $350 stood. I had one other person stopping to give me another bid and I told him I'd inform him of my decision. He then texted me and said he'd do the job for $250, plus $50 for supplying the insulation.

Now I get to the part Thumbtack needs to be aware of. Today, 10/31/17 I texted him and as a courtesy I told him I ended up doing the job myself. My text..."Bought the insulation for $25 at Home Depot for $25 and knocked it out in 30 minutes. Saved myself $250.

You were overpriced". His response was, "Good, I'm not over price you are cheap. I don't work for free. Thank you".

I couldn't believe his insolence. I didn't need to send him feedback. I did it as a courtesy to him as he was way overpriced. He was wanting to make $250 in 30 minutes.

I don't think so. Totally unprofessional.

Reason of review: Pricing issue.

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