paying deposits

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how much of a deposit should I expect to pay up front for work and how long before should I pay this

Joe · Accepted Answer

Personally I don't take deposits, some traders However will ask for a quarter upfront once work has commenced

Sam · Answer

Hi in my opinion it should be nothing until work is completed there are too many cowboys about unfortunately hope this helps regards Sam

Joshua · Answer

It could all depend on the tradesperson you are using on whether they have accounts with builders merchants and the size of the job they may ask you to sign a contract, to do stage payments too. Hope this helps

Wayne · Answer

I would say once you have agreed a price and signed contracts then once work commences then a 10/15% is plausible

Stuart · Answer

We as a company don’t take any deposits but I wouldn’t pay more than 10%

Arban · Answer

The deposit amount typically ranges from 20% to 50% of the total project cost. It's usually paid upfront before work begins to secure the contractor's services and cover initial expenses. The timing can vary but is often requested at the signing of the contract or before the start date agreed upon.

Kieran · Answer

All depends on how much the job is costing and the cost of materials.

Land · Answer

This depends on the job and the company you go with. Personally we don't get any deposits and till all the work is completed.but I wouldn't pay more than 10% hope it helps

Jonathan · Answer

We would recommend a minimum of 10% or £500 whichever is greater as a deposit. Usually this would be taken at the time of acceptance of the quotation when booking a date in with the contractor.

Emma · Answer

Hello,
This depends on the job you need doing and the company you go with. Some companies don't need upfront payments whilst others will if it's a big job that needs doing.

Thank you

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