Why did my customer decline the estimate?

WebZaras app1 min readUpdated October 18, 2026

The reason is in the estimate's timeline, under Estimate marked as declined. To try again, create a revision with new pricing.

Find the reason

  1. Open the declined estimate.
  2. Scroll to its Activity card.
  3. Press View full timeline under the card on the web, or tap View all › in the Zaras app.
  4. Find Estimate marked as declined.

What you see

The estimate shows Declined by customer with the date. A customer who declines on their page can pick a reason and add a note.

A declined estimate on the web: the Declined status under its title, and the Declined by customer card with the date and who recorded it
Web — A declined estimate shows Declined by customer with the date.
A declined estimate in the Zaras app: the Declined badge, and the Declined by customer card with the date and who recorded it
Zaras app — A declined estimate shows Declined by customer with the date.

The reasons are Price, Timing, Chose another provider, Scope of work and Other. When you record the decision yourself, your Notes appear there instead.

Who can do this

Anyone who can open the estimate sees its timeline. Revising needs Manage estimates, which owners, admins, office and technicians hold by default.