Checkatrade painter wants payment upfront

[Isabella1066]

Painter, whom we hired some time ago, has now said for this new job that he wants the money upfront. Says that is now his firm's policy. (I think he's a sole trader.) What I find strange is that he's a Checkatrade member and I've thought that they had certain guidelines to which members had to adhere.

I don't intend to pay upfront - only for materials but that isn't the issue here (we have the paint). This can't be normal behaviour and surely goes against CT's regs for traders. I know that CT isn't perfect and is very hesitant to publish negative reviews but surely ..?

[wowfudge]

Trust your instincts. Money for materials upfront is okay, but not for the whole job.

[wowfudge]

Trust your instincts. Money for materials upfront is okay, but not for the whole job.

[Wishiwasmoiradingle2017]

My ex is on check a trader as a motor mechanic - qualified /reliable etc etc.
Meanwhile in the real world he is a joiner. ..

[wowfudge]

Trust your instincts. Money upfront for materials is usually fine, but not for the whole job.

[wowfudge]

Apologies for the multiple posts - something to do with my stupid phone

[HelenDenver]

Checkatrade is just a review site, i think, payment terms are up to individuals AFAIK

[venys]

Most of those sites aren't great for reviews even though they appear so. Our ex builder does the job to a certain point, asks for a review then buggers off without finishing the job!! Plus they get their mates to do a reference. Anyways, I would not pay in advance. You could agree to pay at the end of each day which is what many decorators seem to expect.