How do you maximise the profit on every job ?

[LukeD]

I put 20% on all materials and offer no explanation to the customer.....take it or leave it that’s my price.......I’m about the pm @pirate and I’ve just sacked my labourer ?
Edit....any customer that wants a breakdown in costs to that extent is gonna be a pain in the arse anyway...I’ve had em in the past and I just say.....

“no probs you source the materials and call me when they are here and I’ll fit”

Customer “ok what do I need?”.......

Me......”that’s your problem now....oh and there is no warranty on parts you supply...see you soon ?”

Very good point and one I warn people around .Customers providing materials are stupid. Its the best "get out of jail card " a trades person has. They are not responsible . If they start this game.... walk away . Another rule is stick with your gut feeling about customers . And never work cheap. 100% materials is ---- less than some people in the business charge ! I like the 50-70% area .