Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you charge?
the three c’s charges $35 an hour for proofreading and $45 an hour for copy editing. There is no minimum fee.
How long will it take you to copy edit/proofread my document?
We’re happy to provide a time and cost estimate for your project in writing. This estimate represents the maximum time and cost for your project; in other words, we won’t exceed this deadline or budget without prior written approval from you.
What types of software do you use?
We use Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat or Google Drive to copy edit and proofread.
Which style manuals do you use?
the three c’s uses your choice of stylebooks, including The Chicago Manual of Style or The Associated Press Stylebook. Cory can also use your house style guide or create one for you.
How do I know if you’re any good?
Good question. We can show you, by proofreading or copy editing a 250-word sample, or we can provide you with professional references from clients with projects similar to yours. If you have any concerns specific to your project, let us know. We’ve been doing this for a long time.
Does the three c’s offer substantive-editing, writing or design services?
No, but we can refer you to virtual colleagues who do, and whom we highly recommend.
What if you didn’t answer my question?
Please reach out using the contact button below. We look forward to hearing from you and will reply promptly.
the three c’s charges $35 an hour for proofreading and $45 an hour for copy editing. There is no minimum fee.
How long will it take you to copy edit/proofread my document?
We’re happy to provide a time and cost estimate for your project in writing. This estimate represents the maximum time and cost for your project; in other words, we won’t exceed this deadline or budget without prior written approval from you.
What types of software do you use?
We use Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat or Google Drive to copy edit and proofread.
Which style manuals do you use?
the three c’s uses your choice of stylebooks, including The Chicago Manual of Style or The Associated Press Stylebook. Cory can also use your house style guide or create one for you.
How do I know if you’re any good?
Good question. We can show you, by proofreading or copy editing a 250-word sample, or we can provide you with professional references from clients with projects similar to yours. If you have any concerns specific to your project, let us know. We’ve been doing this for a long time.
Does the three c’s offer substantive-editing, writing or design services?
No, but we can refer you to virtual colleagues who do, and whom we highly recommend.
What if you didn’t answer my question?
Please reach out using the contact button below. We look forward to hearing from you and will reply promptly.