Finding a Brick slip installer is easy so long as you follow these simple tips. We know it can be a very busy and sometimes rather stressful time when renovating. This is why we want to ease some of those frustrations by offering some advice when it comes to finding a trusty brick slip installer for your project.
Having worked with many companies and trades we thought it would be nice to share with you some tricks of the trade.
Who do I ask?
Installing brick slips is very much the same as installing any other tile. First and foremost we would recommend you use a reputable tiler. General builders and joiners are often multi skilled and may also be able to install your project.
Lastly don’t forget that brick slip installation can be achieved by the budding DIY enthusiast. Never underestimate the power of Joe Blogs.
Firstly
Assuming you are not going to do it yourself, you need to think about a tiler.
Think about reliability. You can gage this from gaining recommendations from friends and family, this is a great way to find someone that you can trust to do the job well.
There is also a shortcut for this, you can use an online comparison website. These offer the ability to search for a dependable trades person near you.
Once you think you’ve found the trader for you, there are a few more steps to follow:
- Get quotes – not an estimate*
- Make sure you have their full contact details
- Check they have insurance – if the trader doesn’t have this, you may be liable for costs if things go wrong or somebody gets injured.
- It is worth checking their credentials and possible trade licences
- Always ask for references
A few things to consider when briefing:
- Do you need to supply the brick slips. adhesive and mortar?
- Does the cost include subcontractors?
- What are the cleaning up and disposal agreements?
Resolving any issues:
It is important to know that if the trades person is at fault you give yourself the best chance to get your money back or get the work redone.
You need to:
- Have all the relevant paperwork and receipts.
- Take photos of the work.
- Make notes detailing the problem, including specific dates and times.
Tips on how to proceed:
- Contact the trader and request they fix the problem.
- Stop them doing any further work and ask for a refund.
- Agree to a set deadline for them to fix the issue.
- Find out if they are a member of any governing bodies that have a dispute resolution centre.
If after all this, you are still having problems then you can explore the legal routes.
With all this in mind, you’re good to go.
Have a great experience with your brick slip project!
