Introduction
Have you recently hired a contractor and found their work disappointing? If you’re considering cancelling your contract due to unsatisfactory results, this guide is here to help you understand your rights and the steps to take. We’ll provide you with essential information and a sample letter to make the process easier. If you need further assistance, Consumerline can provide advice on how to handle your situation.
If you’ve ever hired someone to do a job and were left disappointed with the results, you might be wondering how to handle the situation. If the work is subpar and you’ve lost trust in the contractor, you may want to cancel the contract. Here’s a simple guide on how to do that, along with a sample letter you can use.
When to Use This Guide
This guide is particularly useful if you hired a contractor before October 1, 2015, and you’re not satisfied with the work they’ve done. If you hired someone after that date, you’ll need to follow a different process for complaints regarding poor quality work.
Understanding Your Rights
Under the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, contractors are required to perform their work with reasonable care and skill. This means that the work should be done properly, and the materials used should be of good quality, free from defects. If the contractor fails to meet these standards, you have the right to terminate the contract.
Sample Letter to Cancel a Contract
Here’s an example of what you might write to cancel a contract due to poor work:
Your Name
Your Address
Your Email
Your Phone Number
Contractor’s Name
Contractor’s Address
Date
To whom it may concern,
Subject: Termination of Contract Due to Poor Work
On [insert date], you completed the following work at my residence: [describe the work, e.g., “Laid a new block paved driveway”].
Unfortunately, I have noticed several issues with the work that have not met my expectations:
- The driveway is uneven.
- Not all cracks between the blocks have been filled with sand.
According to the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, all work must be carried out with reasonable care and skill. Given the issues listed above, I have lost faith in your ability to rectify these problems and will be terminating our contract.
I plan to hire another contractor to finish the job, and any outstanding payments owed to you will be redirected to cover the new contractor’s costs. If the repairs exceed the amount I owe you, I will seek to claim the difference.
I look forward to your prompt response regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Need More Help?
If you’re unsure about how to proceed or need further assistance, consider reaching out to Consumerline for guidance. Taking the right steps can help you resolve your issues with a contractor effectively. Don’t hesitate to assert your rights and seek the quality service you deserve!
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