frequently asked questions

About Proofreading

+ What is proofreading?

Proofreading is the final step before a document is published or printed.

+ Does proofreading matter?

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+ What is the difference between Grammarly and human proofreading?

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Quality

+ What are your qualifications?

Studied under Judith, etc.

+ How much of the work is done by humans?

All of it.

+ How long will it take to get my document back?

Great clients get cellphone number. <3 data-preserve-html-node="true" hours, 24 hours. More, more.

+ How fast do you proofread?

That depends on the depth of the material and the level of proofreading required. My personal record is a 94,000-word book in one day, but some weighty reports can be 1,500 words per hour. My average is 4,500 words per hour.

Billing

+ How much does it cost?

$42/hr. With no expedited charges. Can work on retainer. whatever your needs are. it's worth it!

+ How does billing work?

You will receive a Net-15 invoice on the 30th of each month. All invoices are sent via Wave and can be paid via credit card or bank account.

+ What if I don't want to pay you?

All relationships are based on trust. My clients trust me to perform excellent work, and I trust them to provide timely compensation. If a client breaks that trust, they will have to find a new proofreader. They will also still have to pay the invoice.

Breadth

+ Will you proofread my admissions essay / resume / letter to my HOA?

Maybe.

+ Which style guides do you work with?

  • CMOS
  • AP Style
  • In-house style guides
  • I can also help you create your own.

Satisfaction

+ What if I'm not satisfied with the work that was done?

You would be the first.

+ Do you offer a free trial?

+ How can I contact you? What's your phone number?

You can email me at josiah@proofread.co. To help me provide the best service possible, my phone number is only provided to top clients.