We have picked some tradespeople to do about £2000 worth of building work for us.
We received their quote, and booked them to start next week, but the terms on the quote are that we pay a 50% deposit before work starts.
The quote has a description of the works but is not itemised so I cannot see how much the materials will cost.
I didn't really pay attention to this when I accepted the quote (I should've I know!), but am now becoming increasingly concerned about it - we haven't paid anything to them yet.
I've never paid a tradesperson a deposit for work before it commences before - we have always paid in full when the work is complete and satisfactory.
We have not signed a contract regarding the work or the deposit.
AIBU to be concerned about this, and is it reasonable to go back to the company and try to agree to pay in installments during the job or on completion instead?
I chose the company as they are trying to grow their business locally - they appear to have good reviews and are making partnerships with other local businesses I know. They have a fleet of their own work vehicles with their signage on them all etc. so I doubt ripping customer's off is their best interests, but I'm still nervous. I know their presence locally doesn't necessarily mean they'll do a good job on our project...
DH thinks I'm being too cautious, but we've been let down by cowboys before in one way or another and I don't want it happening again if we can help it.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
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To feel iffy about giving builder 50% deposit before they start work?
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Missnearlyvintage · 25/02/2019 16:24
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