Cowboy Roofers in Cambridge
Warning: Beware of Scams – cowboy roofers and contractors in Cambridge and the Cambridgeshire area.
Don’t get caught out by cowboy roofers.
We’ve all seen or heard of the horror rogue traders’ stories on the TV, or in the media. These cowboys leave property unfinished when they have all the money. Some will make homes dangerous or cause additional damage. In some cases these rogue-traders will overcharge but under deliver.
So how can you avoid the rogue traders and make sure you use reliable roofers in Cambridge?
Ask around for recommendations. Speak to neighbours that have had work done on their own roof and see who they used and what they thought. Don’t forget to look for reviews of the roof repair company in Cambridge. Look on their website for reviews, but also check out online reviews. A business is unlikely to put a negative review on their website, but they won’t be able to hide trader reviews on forums or social media.
One way to spot a rogue-trader is that they will often turn up unannounced and tell you that they can see a problem with your roof. They will offer to do the work there and then. Alternatively, they will take a small deposit at that time and come back later, to do the job.
As professional roof repairers in Cambridge, we recommend that you get everything in writing in a formal document. Otherwise they could quote one price and then suddenly demand more money on completion of the job. By getting a written cost, you then have a chance to compare the price with other roof repair specialists in Cambridge. A professional roof repair company will understand that you need time to consider the cost, and shop around. However, a rogue-trader will not want to hang around.
A rogue-trader will try and scare you into making snap decisions, so you can’t go back and change your mind. In many cases, in reality, your roof will not need major repairs immediately. That said, if your roof does need major repairs, this will incur more expense. You will want to take time to shop around, therefore avoiding making a hasty decision.
We would also ask that you look out for elderly or vulnerable neighbours and relatives, as these are an easy target for rogue-traders. Check on them regularly to ensure they are not having work completed unnecessarily, at exorbitant costs by unprofessionals.
If you’re looking for a professional and reliable roof repairs in Cambridge then give us a call. We will not let you down! Please call Alpha roofing Cambridge on 01223 902205.
