A good quote should be easy to follow. Here's how a Midway quote is laid out, what each part means, and what to check before you say yes.
The top of the quote
You'll see the quote number, the date issued and a valid until date, which is 14 days after issue. Your name and the site address sit alongside, so check both are right.
The line items
Each opening gets its own line, showing:
- Product, for example an Ultra Stainless security screen or a Diamond Grille screen
- Colour and location, such as "Matt Black | Lounge", so you can match each line to a room
- Width and height in millimetres
- Quantity, unit price and line total
Extras and interlocks
Add-ons such as interlocks or sliding track appear as their own lines, so you can see exactly what each one adds to the total.
Subtotal, discount and total
The subtotal is followed by any discount, shown as both a percentage and a dollar amount, then the total due including GST. All prices on our quotes include GST.
Deposit and balance
A 60% deposit is due on acceptance to lock in your job and start production, and the remaining 40% is due on completion. Payment is by bank transfer, with the details and reference on the quote. Typical lead time is 3 to 5 weeks from deposit; our guide to what to expect from measure to install covers the rest.
If it says "check measure required"
Sometimes a quote is based on sizes you've supplied or we've estimated, and it will say a check measure is required. That's normal: we confirm the final measurements on site before anything is manufactured.
Check before you accept
- The site address and your details are correct
- Each line's width and height matches the opening it's for
- The colour and location on each line are right
- Quantities add up to the number of openings you want done
- Any extras you need, such as interlocks or track, are listed
- You're happy with the valid-until date, deposit and lead time
Comparing with another supplier's quote
When you lay two quotes side by side, ask each supplier whether installation is included, whether triple lock hardware is included or an extra, which colours are available, and what the deposit terms are. Our security screens buying guide explains what to look for in the product itself.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a quote valid?
Quotes are valid for 14 days from the date issued.
Do quote prices include GST?
Yes. All prices on our quotes include GST.
What does "check measure required" mean on a quote?
It means the sizes were estimated, so we confirm the final measurements on site before manufacturing begins.
How do I pay the deposit?
By bank transfer. The bank details are on your quote, along with the reference to use.