Normalize 3 contractor bids so you compare apples to apples

Upload all bids; AI builds a side-by-side scope table, flags gaps and vague items, and writes the follow-up questions for each contractor.

Realistic savingsIllustrative: on a $15,000-$40,000 roof or remodel, catching a missing line (tear-off, permits, flashing) or a 20% outlier is worth hundreds to thousands.

DifficultyEasy

Time1 h

Real-world reports

Self-reported results; not independently verified by us. Your outcome will differ.

Tools

ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Grok (free tiers work; paid ~$20/mo helps with long files)
Three written bids (PDF/photo)

Steps

Get at least three written, itemized bids for the same scope.
Upload them; ask for a normalized scope table.
Send each contractor the questions for their gaps; ask for revised bids.
Check license, insurance and reviews; never pay more than your state's deposit norm upfront.

Copy-paste prompt

Here are 3 bids for [project]. Build a table of every scope item (rows) vs contractor (columns): included / excluded / unclear, with price. Flag missing items typical for this project, payment-term risks, and warranty differences. Write 5 questions for each contractor.

What to verify

AI doesn't know local prices reliably; it's a gap-finder. Verify license on your state board.

Legal & ethical notes

Don't share one contractor's pricing with another without care; ask for line items instead.

Official sources

FTC: hiring a contractor

Educational only; not legal, tax, medical or financial advice. Laws and prices change; check official sources.

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