Truck repair -- parts markup seems high...
The water pump in my F250 died. The garage I took it to (came recommended by a local and good reviews) wanted to charge me $235 for water pump I was able to buy at the auto supply place (with lifetim...
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Not the same but similar.
When I install plants, I mark them up at least three times my cost. Plants from a nursery have no warranty. So if a plant dies within the first year, not only do I have to pay for another plant but I also have to provide the remove and replace labor at not cost.
Even if the parts you need are warrantied by that manufacturer, he still has to pay to remove and replace it if it fails.
I understand your frustration. But at the same time, I would have kindly told you it might be best if you went somewhere else to have your service work done.
When I install plants, I mark them up at least three times my cost. Plants from a nursery have no warranty. So if a plant dies within the first year, not only do I have to pay for another plant but I also have to provide the remove and replace labor at not cost.
Even if the parts you need are warrantied by that manufacturer, he still has to pay to remove and replace it if it fails.
I understand your frustration. But at the same time, I would have kindly told you it might be best if you went somewhere else to have your service work done.
