The economy must not be to bad becasue I have been dealing with the same thing trying to get some contractors to come do some work or at least quote work since I have been injured(no remodel work specialty things). Keep in mind there are alot of people out there now that have started doing "remodel" work since they helped a buddy who knew a guy who showed him how, or maybe seen it on the internet, and most get in over their head quickly. Usually after taking a deposit(funny how that works). It doesnt sound like alot of work what your asking so someone might think, "hmm I can do that", and really they cant. Dont go on word of mouth becasue alot of people dont know what quality work is and will swear their brother is the best you have ever seen. The downward economy brings these kind of people out in droves. My suggestion is to get references and actually contact them and try to go see their work. Make sure someone is not giving you his brothers number and trying to dupe you. Make sure they have insurance and is bonded(call to verify). If I wasnt layed up, I would give you a quote but I will be down fro the rest of the year. Good luck and make sure your getting you money's worth. Remember if they cant handle giving you a quote or dont do it when they say they will, chances are they do their work the same way. I dont deal with people who do the exact same thing. At least they can do if they get busy is make a quick call saying they are busy and still trying to get back with you. I would rather someone do that to me 10 times vs. just not calling or nothing.