Fixed Pricing Recommended Over 'Time & Material'
Contractors recommend fixed contract pricing over 'time and material' due to client frustration and lost referrals from unpredictable costs.
Fixed pricing provides transparency, helping clients budget accurately and avoid unwelcome cost surprises. This can lead to happier customers and stronger long-term relationships. 'Time and material' can spiral if projects encounter unexpected delays or complexities. Clients may perceive these overruns as a lack of control or even dishonesty, damaging trust. Contractors risk losing referrals when clients feel blindsided by final invoices exceeding initial estimates. A fixed price, while requiring careful estimation upfront, protects both parties.
