Question

The Picketts have lived in their house for about 13 years. They like to keep a well-maintained property and have noticed that the paint on the exterior of their house is starting to peel. They get two bids for painting services from two different contractors. Based on the fee schedule below, which option would be the cheapest and by how much? Handyman’s Paint Service Painting Plus Service $2250 all supplies and labor included for a 2-day job Two day job estimate $300 preparation work $765 labor per day $225 paint and supplies a. Painting Plus Service would be cheaper by $960 b. Painting Plus Service would be cheaper by $195 c. Handyman’s Paint Service would be cheaper by $105 d. Handyman’s Paint Service would be cheaper by $195 Please select the best answer from the choices provided A B C D.

Answer 1

The best answer from the choices provided is B. because Painting Plus Service would be cheaper by $195.

Data and Calculations:

                                   Handyman's        Painting

                                   Paint Service    Plus Service

Flat fee for 2 days            $2,250

Preparation work                                    $300

Labor for two days                                  1,530 ($765 x 2)

Paint and Supplies                                    225

Total costs                       $2,250       $2,055

Difference in cost = $195 ($2,250 - $2,055)

Thus, Painting Plus Service would be cheaper by $195, making the correct answer option to be B.

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