09-15-2012, 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by CateP
I am purchasing a gas stove fireplace and am astounded by the labor costs for installation. Of the three distributors in the area, one cost $500, another $550 and yet another $675. That does not include materials, but it does include permits.
I am purchasing the stove from the distributor who charges $675. The installer called to set up a time and told me it would take about 2 hours to install the stove. Two hours! That's $337 per hour (not including travel time). WOW. Who do these guys think they are? Lawyers?
I'm wondering if there is an alternative installation option to this apparent rip off.
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