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	Name:	Ulysses E. McGill -
	Subject:	Here's another exception
	Date:	10/20/2010 10:56:55 PM

I agree there are many factors that must be considered. A business owner with employees, overhead, trucks, etc. has to cover their cost or go out of business....a lot of them have gone out of business and that has resulted in a glut of good guys needing good work. No one should expect someone skilled to show up, work a few hours, and get paid 15-20 an hour for the time he/she spent at your house....I never said anything to the contrary. One must consider planning time, time to gather materials, and travel for small jobs. (I think I basically said that earlier). If one considers all of that, there are many guys that are skilled, willing, and happy to work for that kind of a paycheck and that is reasonable for all parties. What I don't like is someone that comes to a lake home and automatically inflates a bid...I've seen it happen many times.

In my case, I'm well versed in planning and contracting and I have all major tools. When I do major projects I supply and purchase all materials. When the guys I hire show up, I tell them what needs to done. All I need is a guy who is skilled at getting my instructions completed correctly in a timely fashion , and someone who is reliable with a good work ethic. In turn, I pay them on time and for every hour worked (with consistent 8 hour days). When you had your business, I would assume you did the same with your employees and much of that $27/hour didn't go directly to them. Most people do not have the time or will do things this way, but it's not rocket science. It can also save many thousands of dollars and result in a superior product on large projects if one is willing to put in the time and do their homework.