“Don’t show the guys the quote” 25 January at 4:55PM in In my home (includes DIY) MoneySaving 12 replies 909 views

Doozergirl

propertyrental said:

If you don't have personal recommendations and have to resort to the internet, rely on sites that actually vet and guarantee the contractors. Don't rely on commercial sites where the contractor pays to be included. And don't rely on so-called independent reviews.

Which?

Trading Standards

https://www.fmb.org.uk/

https://www.trustmark.org.uk/

all vetted and inspected. 

diystarter7

propertyrental said:

If you don't have personal recommendations and have to resort to the internet, rely on sites that actually vet and guarantee the contractors. Don't rely on commercial sites where the contractor pays to be included. And don't rely on so-called independent reviews.

Which?

Trading Standards

Hi

"gurantee the contractors." Sorry not sure what you mean by that. I think one builders site "guarantees" up to 1k of work and you pay for the guarantee. I'd be interested if there are any others
Thanks