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FAQs

How does AllQuotes work?

If you have a Home project, an Event to organize, a business service you need, you can use AllQuotes to get businesses to bid for your project and get multiple quotes for free within minutes. No obligations and No restrictions.

 It's a convenient way to connect with good companies that can help you and also know what they will charge for your project 

Select the best business and the price that suits your budget and hire the best.

How does it exactly work?

  1. Select the service you require, the location of the service, and post your requirements. 
  2. Select the number of quotes you are willing to receive from businesses.
  3. And Submit your Request for Quote (RFQ)
  4. All Businesses in your selected service category will get notified of your request.
  5. Businesses that are interested in the project will respond to you with their rough quotes.
  6. As a customer, you can see all quotes from all the businesses, their company profile, and their reviews.
  7. Connect directly with the business that you feel is the best fit for your project.

Note: No businesses can contact you directly as we do not share your details until you decide to approve a business quote. However, as a customer, you have all the business details to contact them anytime. 

How does it benefit me?

As a customer, you save time by submitting your requirements once on our platform as opposed to calling businesses and explaining your requirements multiple times.

You save money by reaching out to those businesses that could offer good quality work at competitive prices and it's all FREE

You also get to send your request out to businesses that you did not know can offer you their services. You increase the chance of getting better quotes to make a quick and informed decision.

As a customer you get quotes from different businesses, you review their quotes, company profiles, and decide who you want to work with.

It makes the process of hiring a professional simple and easy.

You get multiple quotes for free within minutes. No obligations and No restrictions.

How can I list my Business in AllQuotes.ca? Or How can I get registered as contractors at AllQuotes.ca?

We will connect you soon.

Are AllQuotes contractors licensed and verified?

AllQuotes depends on a few layers of selection and verification methods before we list our professionals on the AllQuotes network

Level 1: All Professionals that are listed on AllQuotes have a minimum of 3+ Google ratings. If the business is not registered with Google, we look into the business's social media network to review its overall customer rating. If their reviews appear reasonable and do not suggest any negative customer experience or unfair practices, we allow the business to be part of the AllQuotes network.

Level 2: We ask all our businesses to self-declare their credentials such as: WCB Coverage, Valid Insurance, License, etc. 

All businesses are expected to declare some mandatory certifications.

Level 3: Specific Verification badge is assigned to those businesses that have applied with AllQuotes to be officially verified. Level 3 verification is the highest level of business review. As part of the review, the AllQuotes team requests a government-issued business license to be provided, other documentation related to insurance and/or WCB coverage, and any other credential/certification that they hold. Business work history available with the licensing authorities will be reviewed to check if there has been any legal case or complaints against the business. 

As a customer, you will be able to see a Green verified icon for the businesses that have been assigned a verification badge which indicates that AllQuotes have confirmed the credentials declared by the business.

What kind of Business memberships are available at AllQuotes.ca Platform?

There are 3 Kinds of services 

  1. Premium
  2. Prime
  3. Free

How can I get quotes fast?

Getting quotes on AllQuotes is easy . 

1. On the Hiomepage , select the service that you need a quote for

2. Select the location of your service

3. Mention how soon you require the servcie

4. Answer some of the questions relevant to the service to help understand your project better.

5. Add more details in the "Other Details" field if required

6. It is best to attach pictures if available. 

7. lastly, fill in your contact details correctly.

8. Your contact details will be used primarily to :

  • Authenticate you.
  • Send notifications to you when you receive an estimate or a business response. 

Please see FAQ item- "Who can see my contact details?"

How do I see business responses ?

When you request a quote as a customer, all businesses get notified immediately by the system.

Businesses start sending their quotes. For every quote you receive, you get a notification email however the actual response from businesses is stored on the dashboard under MyAccount->Active Request on AllQuotes.ca.

By default, as soon as you receive a quote, a notification email is generated to inform you of the response you received. However, you can change this setting anytime by going into your Notification Settings under MyAccount and switch to Notify me once a day option

The email notification to customers is sent once a day till the request expires or when the number of requested quotes have been received.

What are the differences between these memberships ?

For Premium Business Owners

 

> Your Business Listing will be shown on top priority  

> You can respond and submit unlimited estimates to customers

>Your Business listing will have RFQ (Request Quote Button)

>You will receive Courtesy lead call from Us in case you miss to see lead data in your Business portal

 

For Prime Business Owners

 

> Your Business Listing will be shown on top priority

>You can view unlimited leads but you can respond to 3 leads per month

>>You will receive Courtesy lead call from Us in case you miss to see lead data in your Business portal

 

For Free Business owners

>Your Business will get listed below under Premium & Prime

>You can view all leads but you can respond and submit estimates to only 1 customer

Can I decline a project?

Yes you can decline projects. If you know you won’t be able to accept new projects for a while, or project criteria wouldn't meet with your criteria.

What does it mean to approve a quote?

As a customer, you will receive quotes from different businesses. You can select the quote you like and mark it as Approved.

By Approving a quote, you are not bound to pay what the business has suggested. It is a way to select a business that has offered you the service at the most suitable price. 

The Approval Quotes triggers the following actions:

  1. It automatically sends the approved business a notification that the customer is interested in working with them and that they can contact the customer directly to finalize details of the project/scope of work and transaction details.
  2. The business is sent the customer contact details (email address and phone number) at this point to help them connect with each other. 

Note: The customer can contact the business directly at any time.

Can all businesses see my contact details?

NO, when businesses receive your request, they can only see your name and your request details.  The businesses or Pros can only respond to your request via the AllQuotes platform. You will receive a notification when a new quote is sent to you or a response is received. 

Your contact details are kept confidential and no business can see your contact information.

If you select the business for your Job, you can approve their request. Your approval automatically marks all other quotes as a Declined and the business you approved, will receive a notification that they have been selected and will also receive your email address.

Only when you Approve a business, the email address is revealed to them to establish direct contact.

How will I get notified about new projects?

You will be notified of new projects via email. Within each email, you can follow a link to your Dashboard to Accept or Reject each project

What can I do to get more work/leads from AllQuotes.ca?

There are 3 key metrics you should focus more to get more leads on AllQuotes 

Your membership:- Premium Members experience more visibility on our contractor directory and have access to all leads.

Your reviews:- A lower number of positive reviews from your clients will rank you below most of your competitors with a higher number of reviews, and as a Premium Member, restrict your access to leads.

Your service categories:-Having your company listed in more service categories will help you show off your skills, advertise to more clients, and attract more business. Increase your standard number of service categories (3 categories) by collecting client reviews in new categories

What should I consider before approving a quote from business?

We suggest that before you approve a quote received from any business, you consider these key points that will help you confirm your decision.

1. Review the quote and check if it is within your budget. Quotes are usually a rough estimate provided by the business based on your requirements submitted. If the estimate falls within the range you had in mind, then that’s a good start.

2. If you receive similar quotes from multiple businesses, or if you like a business and want to know if it is the business you should select, then confirm your decision by reviewing more details such as:

 -Business profile- review the business listing, review their website, see their portfolio of work.

-Google rating – if the business is already registered with Google, on AllQuotes you can see their Google ratings and reviews in addition to AllQuotes ratings and reviews.

-Verified Badge - Though all businesses on AllQuotes have a great reputation however if you want to ensure you are working with someone who is licensed, insured, has all the relevant checks in place, then look for the AllQuotes Verified Badge

-Reference – From your dashboard, you have the option to communicate /send messages to business. You can always request for more references, testimonials, and/or samples of work.

Onsite Visit- Request an Onsite Estimate to ensure you have the entire scope of the project discussed in detail and the price matches your expectation.

how to Send Response

replay it via request inbox

Do I have to pay to request quotes?

AllQuotes is FREE for all home and commercial owners to use.
You can post your projects and request estimates for free.
We only ask that you respond to all businesses that have sent you an estimate as a courtesy and confirm the company you are interesed in hiring as soon as possible.  

What are the benefits of a Premium Membership?

You're not obligated to upgrade your account, but there are many benefits of becoming a Premium Member. These include:

Priority ranking in our directory:- Upgrading your account will automatically move your listing above your competitors who are using our free service and have similar customer ratings.  You'll help secure your place above your competitors with a Premium Membership with positive customer reviews.

Respond to project leads:- Homeowners use TrustedPros to post and manage their projects.  Busy consumers don't want to spend time calling or emailing several contractors. So, they post their projects, and we alert relevant contractors serving their area.  Only Premium Members have the option to access and reply to the leads posted in their area. Premium Members are not obligated to respond to a job posting. This is based purely on choice.

 

Who will have access to my contact details?

Your contact details are used primarily to:

Authenticate you

Send notifications for when you receive an estimate or a business response

Allow AllQuotes agents to connect with you for notification and support purposes.

 

We have special conditions where your cotact details are shown to businesses. These conditions are only applied when specific customer consent is received.

1. When you request a quote, we will ask for your consent to share your contact details with only those businesses who have sent you a prilimary response or quote.

This opton will only be activated only when you provide us a specific consent to share your infomation with the interested businesses. This is used primarily to allow businesses to connect with you directly in case more information is required.

2. We share your contact information automatically when you approve a contractor's submitted quotes on the dashboard so they can contact you directly.

 

Our Privacy Policy provides complete transparency on how we use your personal information.

 

 

As a Premium Member, can I change or cancel my plan later on?

Yes. You can downgrade or cancel anytime from your settings page. However, if you've selected a monthly payment option, you will be required to fulfill any time remaining on your 1-month contract. You will lose your Premium features at the end of your billing cycle when you cancel your Premium Membership. Your account will not be adjusted until the end of your current billing cycle and/or contract upon downgrading.

 

I don't want to be on auto renewal. Can you notify me before my membership expires?

You will receive an email notifying you of upcoming renewal date. You can also turn off auto renewal anytime by canceling your paid Membership

 

How does AllQuotes manage transactions and payments

AllQuotes is a marketplace for services to help customers connect with good service providers and get hassle-free quotes.

At the same time, we help businesses to connect with customers and get the opportunity to market their services to more clients and grow their business. 

We connect the two parties to make the task of selecting and hiring easier.

We do not facilitate payments /transactions on our site for the services being offered or consumed by the customer.

It is between the customer and the business to confirm the scope of work and the final cost and manage transactions independently outside of the AllQuotes site/platform.

We do not take a commission from the business nor do we charge any fee to our customers. 

AllQuotes offers it's customers a reliable, hassle-free quotation tool and for our businesses, we provide the opportunity to reach out to more clients and grow their business. 

What is your refund policy?

 

We don't refund any payment if you downgrade to a cheaper plan, however your auto renewal will be based on the new/downgraded plan pricing.

We recommend you downgrade your plan closer to your subscription term end.

If you upgrade to a more expensive plan, you will be charged the new price immediately.

The new subscription features will also be available to you right away.

 

Why Should You Choose AllQuotes.ca as Business/Contractors?

Targeted leads: AllQuotes.ca provides a platform for homeowners to request quotes specifically for home remodeling services. This means that businesses and contractors registered on the platform have access to highly targeted leads that are actively seeking their services.

Increased exposure: AllQuotes.ca can help home remodeling contractors and businesses increase their exposure by showcasing their services to a wider audience. By registering on the platform and creating a professional profile, businesses and contractors can attract potential clients who may not have otherwise discovered their services.

Competitive advantage: AllQuotes.ca can help home remodeling contractors and businesses stand out from their competitors by allowing them to highlight their expertise, experience, and customer reviews on their profile. This can help establish trust with potential clients and differentiate them from other businesses and contractors in their area.

Time-saving: AllQuotes.ca can help home remodeling contractors and businesses save time by allowing them to receive and respond to multiple quote requests from potential clients in one central location. This can help streamline the process of finding and securing new clients.

Overall, using a website like AllQuotes.ca can be a valuable tool for home remodeling contractors and businesses looking to increase their exposure, attract new clients, and streamline their lead generation process. However, it is important to carefully consider the terms and conditions of any platform before registering, and to maintain a high level of professionalism and quality in all interactions with potential clients.

 

How long are the estimates/quotes valid for?

Once you request quotes for your project, then it is valid upto 1 month.

This means that within 1 Month, you should connect with your preferred service professionaland decide the date of service. 

Beyong one month, some professional may or may not honor the estimate provided.

Estimates are dependent not only the project details but the peak or non peak period of the service, products and seasonal dependencies etc.

 

How to use AllQuotes Dashboard?

As A Customer You have 2 options to request Free Estimates

1)Get Service Quotes

2)Find Contractors near You

In First way, You can directly request free estimates by posting your request just once

 

In Second way, You can request quotes from listed businesses under services you selected

 

What if I can't see my request?

Your active requests are shown in the dashboard under Active Request. Unless the numer of requested quotes have been received and the condition is met. Once the condition is met, the request will show under Completed Request category. Please have a look at the request in different menu options and if you are still having issues, please leave us a message at hello@allquotes.ca and we will get back to you promptly.

How much Time will it take to get my estimates?

Generally, you will get your Free Estimate in 24 Hours, but in some case it may take upto 72 Hours, It depends on services you choose and requirements you have.

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