> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.estizee.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Residential Pricing Rules

> The Residential Pricing Rules section defines how Estizee calculates prices for residential properties.

These rules power the automated estimator and ensure pricing is consistent, scalable, and aligned with your business model.

All settings in this section apply to **new residential quotes only**.

## **Pricing Model Overview**

Residential pricing in Estizee is rule-based. Quote totals are calculated by combining a base pricing model with optional modifiers and add-ons selected during the estimate process.

At a high level, pricing is built from:

* A primary pricing metric (square footage or similar)
* Minimum service thresholds
* Multipliers based on property characteristics
* Optional service add-ons

## **Base Pricing**

Define how the core price of a residential job is calculated.

Common configurations include:

* Price per square foot
* Tiered square footage ranges
* Minimum service charge

The minimum charge ensures small properties still meet your profitability requirements.

## **Property Modifiers**

Property-specific modifiers adjust pricing based on job complexity.

Examples include:

* Number of stories or height multipliers
* Accessibility or difficulty adjustments
* Property type variations (house, condo, apartment)

These modifiers are applied automatically based on user input during quoting.

## **Service Add-Ons**

Add-ons allow you to charge for optional or conditional services.

Typical add-ons include:

* Screen cleaning
* Track cleaning (standard or deep)
* Frame detailing
* First-time or neglected property surcharge
* Post-construction or special-condition cleaning

Each add-on can be configured as a flat fee, per-unit charge, or multiplier.

## **First-Time & Specialty Rules**

You can define additional pricing rules for scenarios that require extra labor or time.

Examples:

* First-time service
* Deep cleaning requirements
* Recently renovated or painted properties
* Hard water or heavy buildup conditions

These rules ensure increased effort is reflected accurately in the final quote.

## **Rule Application Order**

Residential pricing rules are applied in the following order:

1. Base pricing calculation
2. Minimum service check
3. Property modifiers
4. Service add-ons and specialty rules

This order ensures predictable and transparent pricing behavior.

## **Best Practices**

* Keep pricing rules simple and predictable
* Avoid stacking too many multipliers on a single quote
* Review residential pricing regularly based on job performance
* Test quotes internally before sharing with customers

Once configured, Estizee automatically applies these rules to all residential estimates, eliminating manual calculations while maintaining pricing control.