Estimates!

Now, that summer has arrived, it is time to get some work done on the house. We are starting at the top and working our way down. The roof is first. So far, I have actually received two estimates and they differ by $10,000. Now that is significant. I am asking people who they have had do work. Just talked to a neighbour who I am subbing for in tennis and got her roofers name. Will call and hopefully get them to do an estimate soon. Who would have believed that the estimates could differ so much.
Another person is insisting that my husband and I both sit down with him to discuss the estimate. Mentioned that to my husband and he was surprised. He trusts me. Surprised that contractors are so sexist, at least some of them.
Talked to a friend and she is getting fence work done and the company does not have a phone. I would not deal with anyone who does not have a phone.
Will let you know more about the exciting work.