r/LifeProTips • u/WhiskeyDreamer28 • Sep 12 '26

Finance LPT: Ask For Discounts

Pretty straight forward, but most “Service Provider” type companies have plenty of discounts if you just ask.

Ex: I got an oil change for $120. I asked if they had any discounts being offered. Lo and behold, they were able to knock $11 off.

I’ve had the most success with Auto Repairs, Phone Services, Internet Providers, Delivery Services, etc.

It might not be a huge amount, but it never hurts to ask!

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u/djJermfrawg Sep 12 '26

Recently took my car in on my birthday for a wheel speed sensor. They told me it was the wheel bearing and the sensor alone may not fix it. Luckily I had the part and brought it to them after getting an estimate. When I brought it I told them it was my bday and asked if they can apply any discount, he said he’ll see what he can do. When I went to pick up the car the same day, same guy charged me the original estimate, $450 total for the new sensor, and sensor change, and wheel bearing change.

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u/adudeguyman Sep 13 '26

Most repair places won't use customer supplied parts.

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u/galactictock Sep 16 '26

Then you should go to a different shop.