Contractor Problems

[lively1996]

My property's roof was leaking in December 09. I hired a flat roof specialist to take a look and inform me of his findings. It was reported that the roof was holding a lot of water and that the best solution to start with would be to install a new drainage system. Also as the roof was fairly old parts of the felt needed attention. The roof continued to leak so

My LA acquired a report from a builder who states that the drain that was installed was not done correctly, and needs attention and also that the roof needs a 3msq lay of fibreglass.

I am a female landlady and unfortunately do not know of any reputable contractors so I have to place my trust in people's honesty.

 

Any advise please!!

[MrShed]

Sue the contractor - simple as.

[lively1996]

What is the protocol before suing? Do I have to give the first contractor the chance to puts right?

[MrShed]

I would say so yes.

 

I would write to the contractor, and advise that you have had an independant report, which states that the work is substandard.

 

Ask them to return and make good, when another report will be commissioned.

 

If they refuse, or if the work is still substandard, get three other quotes to put the work right, then write to them stating that they are liable for the middle price to get the work put right - give them 14 days to pay, otherwise proceed to small claims.

 

On an aside, this is probably in the wrong forum - it is more of a "General Consumer Issue" - it may be worth contacting a mod to ask them to move it, as you will probably get more responses.