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Need to get rid of a dodgy builder?

rosie-marie · 2008-10-08 16:03:26

I hope someone can help as I am a bit worried about this situation My dad recently got a quote from a builder to relay his drive. This builder was looking for business door to door (yes I know!). He agreed to take on the builder and gave him a substantial deposit when asked. The builder then went missing for 3 months, not…

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27col Posts: 6,554 Forumite

10 October 2008 at 1:30PM

People who do not have a VAT No, are not always on the fiddle. Some small businesses may not have a turnover large enough to be VAT registered.
However, your builder does sound a bit 'iffy' and is certainly not very reliable. They probably realised that their bluff had been called and caved in to avoid hassle with the Trading Standards.
Best to cancel and find someone who is recommended.

I can afford anything that I want.
Just so long as I don't want much.
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