Patio help>>>!!!!?

Question

We signed a contract to get our patio built. Our builder said we would get a discount if we paid in cash before the patio is built. Is it safe? Should we agree.

Answer 1

Never pay cash up front, what if the builder goes out of business or does a bad job - you have no recourse.  A reputable company or builder may ask for a deposit but not the whole amount.

Think about this VERY carefully - I would not go with this person...

Answer 2

Yes it's safe, as long as you don't pay it all up front, and is he is licensed and insured. I say that because if he isn't licensed he can not be tracked down. Also never ever pay for something all upfront, unless your in a mall! Hope that helps!

Answer 3

Absolutely not!  I would tell him that you will use his services but you will only pay the CASH when the job is complete--and he should give you the cash discount.  Believe me in this economy he needs the work. If he doesn't agree, there is somebody who will.

Be wise...it's a buyer's market when is comes to home buying or home improvement. If you give him the cash upfront...you run the risk of him not doing the work at all or doing a shoddy job.

Enjoy your new patio.