Here in Ca. The going rate is $0.015/sq in. (Goes higher for custom, difficult pattern, heavy density.)(Recently I had a customer who insisted on telling me all her woes, twice, & it was custom. When I figured she took up 2 hours of my time & mental capacity to whine and a rush job; she got charged $0.025/sq in. I also had to square up the back and pick up/deliver it 1 hr drive ea way from my work location. I don't really want her back as a custmer.) Anyway for 11000 sq in its $165. I think Ca is one of the most expensive states to live in. Prices here are probably high.
The other consideration is the LAQ reputation. For several of the LAQ in an area near here, there's a 3-6 mo wait; they can charge a little extra.
Another consideration is if it's a rush job. There may be an extra charge.
If the LAQ needs to square up and/or press the back or front there might be an extra charge. If this is needed, I'll offer the customer the use of my equipment for her to do it herself.
Thought of something else. If you go to the LAQ or she must deliver to you: might consider a delivery charge.
This is business, not charity. Sometimes there's more to the story.
Last edited by petthefabric; 10-02-2013 at 09:20 PM.