Should I demand reciept?

ipri

Hi...when we get tradesmen in to do work...they usually give price at completion....accept cash and...go!....should I give cheque and ask for receipt?....are they obliged to give one?....whats the general / correct way to deal with this? thanks

Herongull

Most tradesmen prefer cash for two reasons:

1/ They don't have to worry about bouncing cheques

2/ They may not declare all their income for tax/vat

Paying cash keeps them happy and they are entitled to ask for cash rather than a cheque.

But they should give you a receipt.

ic

Yes, get a receipt. If you want any come-back on any potential problems later, you need proof you paid them something.

ipri

Thanks...can I withhold payment if he suggests "send reciept in post"?

southcoastrgi

ipri wrote: »

Thanks...can I withhold payment if he suggests "send reciept in post"?

it depends how your trade works, some use an invoice pad which they keep in the van & can give you a receipt there & then, others use a pc based system which means they can't do it until they get to the office/home.

tbh if you don't trust them to send you a receipt why are you trusting them to work in your home ?