Free checklist
Hidden wedding fees to catch before you sign.
This is the public discovery surface for VowGuard: a compact guide you can share before a couple pays a deposit. It doubles as an SEO landing page and a value-first conversation starter for Reddit and community sharing.
What to check first
The fees that hide in plain sight.
Mandatory service charge
Look for stacked service charges, staffing fees, and room minimums that do not appear in the headline quote.
Overtime and teardown windows
If the contract charges overtime by the hour, make sure the event window includes setup and teardown.
Required vendor add-ons
Watch for exclusive vendors, preferred-vendor penalties, and mandatory rentals that reduce your leverage.
Cancellation windows
The later the refund deadline, the more valuable it is to negotiate a smaller deposit or escape clause.
Turn the checklist into a decision.
Upload the contract, compare the line items, and get a plain-English recommendation with the exact questions to ask next.