Quote went from $125 to actual $275

[bansil]

Great outcome, tho' in hindsight, a trip to the closest border town... $20 and you could of covered them with colorful saddle blankets for less $$$$

Of course they may be a little itchy

[jediger]

Sounds fair. Next time you need him he will most likely treat you fairly rather than seeking revenge.
My wife has a small construction company, she is pretty good a recognizing assholes right off the bat, so their initial quote will always have extra padding built in before the job ever starts.

I call that a headache tax!