Independent Estimate & Repair Quote Review for Homeowners
Get a professional second opinion on contractor quotes, insurance scopes, repair pricing, and change orders before making costly decisions.
Clear Guidance When You Need It Most
If you are dealing with property damage, repairs, insurance paperwork, or contractor quotes, it can be difficult to know whether the scope is complete, the pricing is fair, or important items are being missed.
Ricketts Estimating & Project Services provides independent, professional estimate and scope review support for homeowners who want clarity before approving work, responding to an insurance estimate, or moving forward with repairs.
With over 15 years of experience in construction, insurance restoration, estimating, and project management, we help homeowners better understand the numbers, the scope, and the questions they should be asking.
Who This Page Is For
This service is ideal for homeowners who
- received a contractor quote and want a second opinion
- received an insurance estimate and believe something may be missing
- are comparing multiple repair quotes
- are being asked to approve a change order or payment request
- want help understanding repair scope and pricing
- need an experienced, independent review before making a decision
When You’re Not Sure What to Approve, Get Clarity First
Many homeowners feel pressure to move quickly after property damage, especially when insurance deadlines, contractor schedules, or urgent repairs are involved.
But rushing into approvals without understanding the full scope can lead to:
- incomplete repairs
- overlooked items
- unclear pricing
- repeated change orders
- disputes over what is or is not included
- unnecessary stress during an already difficult situation
Our role is to help you slow the process down just enough to review things properly and make informed decisions with greater confidence.
Homeowner Review Services
Contractor Quote Review
We review contractor repair quotes to help you better understand what is included, what may be missing, and where further clarification may be needed.
Starting at $175 CAD
For:
- 1 quote
- standard residential property
- basic scope/pricing review
- written feedback or observations
Insurance Estimate Review
If you received an insurance estimate and are unsure whether it reflects the full repair scope, we can review it and help identify potential gaps, missing items, or questions worth raising.
Starting at $175 CAD
For:
- review of insurer estimate
- standard residential property
- missing scope / concern flags
- second-opinion style review
Scope Comparison
If you have multiple quotes or want to compare a contractor quote against an insurance estimate, we can help you understand the differences and where they may matter.
Starting at $200 CAD
For:
- comparing contractor quote vs insurance estimate
- or comparing 2 quotes side-by-side
- more review time than a single-document review
Change Order Review
If additional costs are being added after the original quote, we can review change orders and help you determine whether the revisions appear clear, reasonable, and properly explained.
Starting at $175 CAD
For:
- review of one change order or revised quote
- clarity on added costs
- questions/concerns to raise before approval
Remote Second Opinion
Sometimes homeowners simply want an experienced second opinion before approving the next step. We provide independent review and practical guidance based on the documents you provide.
Starting at $175 CAD
For:
- homeowners who want professional review and guidance
- ideal when you are unsure which category you fit into
Larger Homes / Multi-Floor Review
For larger residential properties or reviews involving multiple floors, more affected areas, or more extensive repair scope, we provide a more detailed review based on the documents submitted.
This service is designed for homeowners who need additional support reviewing larger or more involved quotes, estimates, or scope documents before making a decision.
Starting at $250 CAD
For:
- larger homes with more square footage or multiple floors
- reviews involving more extensive repair scope
- multiple affected rooms or levels
- homeowners needing a more detailed quote or estimate review
Complex / Multi-Document Review
For more involved situations requiring review of multiple quotes, multiple change orders, combined contractor and insurance documents, or larger rebuild-related files, we offer complex review support based on the scope and documentation provided.
This service is best for homeowners who need help sorting through several documents or higher-complexity repair decisions.
Starting at $300 CAD
For:
- multiple quotes or bids needing comparison
- combined contractor and insurance estimate review
- multiple change orders or revised scopes
- larger rebuild or higher-complexity repair situations
- homeowners needing support with extensive documentation packages
What You Receive
Depending on the service requested, your review may include
- a professional review of the documents submitted
- written observations on scope and pricing concerns
- missing item or clarification flags
- comparison of quotes or estimate differences
- practical questions to ask your contractor or insurer
- a clearer understanding of what to review before approving work
Our goal is not to create more confusion — it is to give you clearer, more organized information so you can make better-informed repair decisions.
Why Homeowners Choose Ricketts Estimating
Homeowners often feel caught between conflicting opinions, unclear quotes, and pressure to move forward quickly.
Ricketts Estimating & Project Services offers an independent perspective backed by real-world experience in restoration, estimating, and project management.
Experienced
Over 15 years in construction, insurance restoration, estimating, and project management.
Independent
We provide review and advisory support based on the documents and scope presented.
Clear
We focus on practical observations and understandable feedback — not unnecessary complexity.
Virtual & Convenient
Reviews are completed remotely, making it easy to submit documents and receive support without an on-site visit.
Common Situations We Help With
- water damage repair quotes
- fire and smoke restoration quotes
- sewer backup repair scope questions
- rebuild and renovation quotes after damage
- insurance estimate comparison
- contractor change-order reviews
- unclear or incomplete repair pricing
- second opinions before approving work