I think they would, most do.
A method they use if they can see you pull up to their store is what type of car you're driving, if it's high end they may bump it it.
Or how well you dress.
From reading the posts here for the last two months I think the residents here are considered
easy marks by (many) contractors, retailers & service companies. [
I can't believe anyone would pay up front for anything especially a year in advance for lawncare for example]
How on earth can you have a $2500 variation in a flooring quote as posted above, these are small houses with only 400-1000 sq ft to be covered.
There shouldn't be more than perhaps a +-10% variation in a quote.
Maybe when shopping you shouldn't even say you're from TV especially if they ask. (don't drive up in golf cart)