MRS. CLEAN wrote:
Many stereotypes about women are correct.

Some. Maybe. For some women.

Why do we need to learn the job?

You don't.

Why do we need to get several estimates?

Because it's the prudent thing to do when you don't have a contractor
that you can trust - and that also trusts you.

Because the stereotype on contractors are true.

You should be aware that such a crappy attitude about ALL contractors,
and feeling put upon because of your gender in such situations, that
your attitude comes through loud and clear. In other words, I'd add
five hundred to the price of a small job because you'd be a pain in the
ass to work with. And frankly, I'd probably never even get back to you
or I'd give your number to the worst contractor I knew.

Building a relationship with a contractor is only important if you
intend to use them again. And if they would ever work with you again.
Think about it.

R