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How to spot cowboy builders

 
29 April 2010

Brits considering investing in a new home improvement have been given tips on how to spot cowboy builders.

Whether it is a pool house or bespoke conservatory, kitchen extension or roof light, the repercussions of having an unscrupulous firm install it can be very costly.

According to problemsolved.co.uk, more than three million Brits are ripped off by cowboy builders each year and the majority of these could be avoided.

It suggested homeowners pay careful attention to paperwork as it can be a big giveaway.

Things to look for include missing business addresses, only having a mobile phone number and a lack of details on quotations.

If the deposit requested is more than around 25 per cent of the total cost then this could be cause for alarm too.

Builders who demand cash payment should also be regarded with suspicion, the website suggested.

Meanwhile, The Handy Squad has given tips on how to improve the garden, which may be useful for conservatory owners.

Posted by David WaxmanADNFCR-2746-ID-19751676-ADNFCR

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