Residential Post-Construction Cleaning - client says too expensive

Hello,

I have a referral for a residential post-construction cleaning client. After submitting my bid—which included post-construction cleaning, internal and external window cleaning, and power washing a 300 sq. ft. area near the pool—the client said my quote was too high. He believes the job should take no more than a day to a day and a half, noting that the interior is mostly clean and that the primary focus is on the windows. His suggested budget is less than half of what I originally quoted.

He also mentioned that after final fixes, the painters, floor finishers, and plumbers would clean up after themselves. He offered to send photos for a revised quote instead of having me visit the property again, as it’s about an hour away. I’m hesitant to rely solely on pictures, as I don't want to commit to a quote without a clear understanding of the actual workload.

Additionally, I’m uncomfortable with the client estimating how long the job should take, as it may not be accurate. If I do proceed with a quote based on photos, I’m considering including a clause that states the price is subject to change after an in-person inspection.

Any thoughts or recommendations on how to navigate this?

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