When's the best time of year to get work done cheap?

Service Central's all about the competition between two or three businesses to quote your job. You'll receive easily comparable quotes and quickly be able to decide which business you'd like to complete the work for you - whether it's a quick fix for a leaky pipe or a bigger job like a landscaped garden or kitchen renovation. But one thing that all consumers should be aware of is the 'Waves of Work' phenomena.

Essentially that Waves of Work goes like this. When there aren't that many customers, a company might underquote to win as many jobs as possible, because a period where they're not working is more expensive than taking a holiday. When there are lots of customers, a company will overquote to try and put some customers off in a nice way, and also to make some extra cash to cover any quiet periods. It's almost like a mini stock exchange: Lots of customers = share price UP, few customers = share price DOWN.

As a customer, you always have the peace of mind that you're getting comparable quotes and can pick the best one based on both price and quality. But seasonally, prices and in fact quality can change and you as a savvy consumer can take advantage of these logical 'discount seasons'. It's like buying something full price at Myer - you just know there'll be a sale on soon, but if you really want it you'll make sure you get it by paying full price for it. But if you can predict the sale (or even the price increase) you're smiling all the way.

Getting quality work done cheaply tip#1: Install double glazing during winter. Remember to get your quote and ensure that you've made it clear when you want the work to be completed.

Service Central will do our best to publish any anticipated Waves of Work both here and in our quarterly newsletter - so make sure you're subscribed to our mailing list and read our blog regularly.

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