# Present good, better, best repair options to a homeowner

A clear, honest explanation of the problem I found on a service call, with tiered options the homeowner can choose from.

- Topic: Sales
- Framework: Few-Shot
- Level: Advanced
- Tags: Coding, Explain & Teach, Code, Fill-in Template
- Source: https://www.thinkwithprompt.com/prompts/present-good-better-best-repair-options-to-a-homeowner

## Prompt

```text
Help me explain a problem I found on a service call and present repair options to a homeowner.

**My trade:** [ELECTRICAL / PLUMBING / HVAC / OTHER]
**What I found:** [e.g. "double-tapped breakers and an overloaded 100A panel", "corroded galvanized supply lines", "water heater with no expansion tank, leaking T&P valve"]
**Safety or code concern:** [WHAT IS UNSAFE OR NOT TO CURRENT CODE, AND HOW URGENT]
**Options I can offer:** [GOOD / BETTER / BEST - scope and price for each]
**Permits and inspections required:** [YES/NO FOR EACH OPTION]
**Homeowner's situation:** [e.g. "selling soon", "budget-conscious", "elderly, wants it handled"]

Write:
1. A plain-language explanation of the problem (under 100 words), no jargon, with what could happen if it is not fixed. Be honest; do not exaggerate risk to sell.
2. An option table: Option, What is included, What it solves, What it does not solve, Price, Warranty, Time to complete.
3. My recommendation and why, in two sentences.
4. A short verbal script for presenting the options at the kitchen table, including how to answer "Can I wait?" and "Why is it so expensive?"
5. A follow-up text message summarizing the options.

Rules:
- Only use prices and warranty terms I gave you; otherwise [ADD].
- If there is an immediate hazard (gas smell, active arcing, sparking, flooding near electrical), the first line must say to stop use and make it safe now, and call the utility or 911 if needed.
- Do not cite a specific code section unless I gave it; local adopted code editions vary.
```

## What to fill in

- ELECTRICAL / PLUMBING / HVAC / OTHER
- WHAT IS UNSAFE OR NOT TO CURRENT CODE, AND HOW URGENT
- GOOD / BETTER / BEST - scope and price for each
- YES/NO FOR EACH OPTION
- ADD

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