How to Read an Event Quotation

Two quotes can look similar and deliver very different events.

What a good quote includes:

• An itemised list with quantities
• Delivery, setup, collection and labour
• Dates and times for each stage
• Deposit and payment terms
• What is excluded
• What happens if guest numbers or dates change
• Validity period for the pricing

Warning signs:

• A single total with no breakdown
• "Setup" or "labour" missing
• No mention of power, flooring or access
• Vague descriptions like "tent package"
• No payment terms

How to compare:

1. Put the quotes side by side.
2. Match each line item.
3. Note what's missing from each.
4. Ask the suppliers to confirm anything unclear.

Our quotes list every item, and a 50% deposit secures your date.

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