Yeah it’s a bit of a schmoozle.
You thought it was a lump sum price because that is less risk for the you, he thought it was time and material which is less risk from him.
If all the prices came back and total cost was $800, would you have said he was ripping you off and you don’t think you should pay $1800? Probably.
He sounds like he is being calm, just talk with him, go thru the numbers and rates and how he came up with his bill and try to come up with an agreeable solution.
If he did a great job, you’ll forget all about the little extra when the job is done, and he will give you a great deal on the next job.
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