Spotting and avoiding cowboy builders

Cowboy builders are very much in the minority, but they are out there, so how can you protect yourself? Treat them with suspicion if they:


EVADE giving you references or details of previous jobs

OFFER you a ‘cheap’ deal for cash-in-hand.

SUGGEST you can avoid paying VAT for cash

CONFUSE you with jargon and complicated explanations

INSIST that a written contract is not necessary

SAY they can start tomorrow (a good builder is usually busy)

CAN'T give you costings because 'things may change'

LAUGH when you suggest showing them plans

GIVE you a surprisingly low quote

CAN only be reached by mobile and don't have an address on their card

ASSURE you the details are their problem and you don't need to worry

KNOCK the opposition

Call James on 01227 283800 or 07774800618 OR TEXT 'QUOTE' to 07774800618

THOMAS STEADMAN

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Tel: 01227 741916

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