Some DIY blokes who did our wooden flooring, staircase and kitchen tiling broke some of my stuff .
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November 5th, 2008
At the time I was in my room, they also did a LOT of painting - which mean’t the staircase was blocked a lot, so i didnt go down much incase I disturbed them. ( i stock piled grub upstairs that time ).
One day I heard a load ’smashy’ noise, like something got dropped.
They finished the job 3 days ago. Stuff was disconnected, moved around etc etc.
I plugged in one of my pc’s , a desktop, 2004 dell model (we have 4 desktops and 3 laptops) and noticed that the chasis was busted, the fan making horrible whirry noises and the dell monitor with a 2 inch crack in it , in the top right hand corner.
Also, our internet broadband filter thing - was busted - this was fine until they arrived. Turns out they must ahve moved our tv across and smacked it into it.
So thats 2 things damaged. Wait theres a 3rd too.
A ‘New York’ souveneir plate, mounted on a piece of bronze was shattered in 3 pieces, and thrown into the ‘rubbish’ - i found it and was shocked to see it like that, luckily I used glue and mended it together.
I know who is responsible for this damage, but they did a spanking good job with the DIY stuff - i mean really good job. but they damaged some of our stuff. Too late for me to do anything about it . or should I get in touch with them and ask them to resolve this for me . my damaged items . where do i stand legally .
x Mum to one x says:
did u know DIY men carry tools and can kill.
November 5th, 2008 at 1:43 pm
Jack G says:
well the way i see it you hired them to fit some stuff not break your personal belongings now im only 15so i dont know much about it but i would say you should be able to claim something
November 5th, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Kirky Lad says:
Your are entitled to take them to court
November 5th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
West Hampstead Man says:
You get in touch with the head builder,and in a none confrontational,but determined way tell him about the damage and the need for repairs and the costs involved.They invariably argue but always settle for a compromise compensation.So get after them.Be nice but show them you mean business otherwise he will brush you off.
November 5th, 2008 at 4:01 pm
Guillem T says:
Usually these craftsmen have an insurance policy for those damages; talk to them.
November 5th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
bugger lugs says:
That turnip blokes got a massive point mate.Get em told n don’t take no shi.te off em.
November 5th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
juju says:
You need to phone them first to tell them that you are unhappy with what they have broken, and tell them that you will be putting it all into writing, and do so.
If they do not agree to replace or compensate what they have broken, then you can apply to the small claims courts, get photos of the damage, make sure the pics show up well and send them to them also, when you write your complaint.
I would also go to the Citizens advice to ask where you legally stand.
But like the guy who was 15 yrs old said, quite rightfully they were there to mend things not break things.
Def phone them in the morning and take it from there, always write, take pics, and even record the conversation you have with them, it will all be evidence for if you need to take things further.
Good luck.
November 5th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
texasfixit says:
Well certainly this should NOT be a problem for the almighty “King of Darkness” is it. Only joking call and ask them see where they stand on the issue.and go from there
November 5th, 2008 at 7:29 pm