2006-10-26 10:29:32 · 9 answers · asked by twisty 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
For example getting 2 quotations on damp proofing, does the seller of the property pay for this or does the buyer of the property pay for these costs.
2006-10-26 10:31:33 · update #1
You generally don't pay for quotations - reputable companies should provide a free quotation service unless any work is being carried out at the time of the quote.
2006-10-26 10:33:02 · answer #1 · answered by minotaur 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the survey brought the problem up in the first place then you have good grounds to reduce the offer on the property or ask the vendor to pay for any repairs before completion.
They may not be prepared to pay the whole lot and if you really want the property then you should be prepared to put a bit towards it too. If you decide to move in before the work is done, make sure that your solicitor is aware of any agreements you have come to over payment of the work, otherwise you could be scuppered.
2006-10-26 19:51:58 · answer #2 · answered by Mark W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there are any quotes to be paid for then the seller should pay for both the quotes and the work, or at least of they don't then they should reduce the price of the property. Lots of buyers threaten to pull out of buying properties when their survey uncovers faults.
2006-10-26 17:37:46 · answer #3 · answered by little weed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These types of quotes should be free, I suggest the buyer and seller get a couple of quotes each and compare. The hard part then, is when you have accepted a quote who pays for the work.
2006-10-27 12:23:14 · answer #4 · answered by Wogga 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who pays for the quotes has to be agreed upon during the buy/sell process. In the U.S. quotes are free unless stated otherwise. It is considered a part of doing business. I know buying/selling real estate is different in the UK and the U.S. Here, the selling price goes down from the asking price. In the UK, it is the opposite, at least in Erie wher I had a property I sold.
2006-10-26 21:12:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good firm will give free quotes, but have you considered you are thinking of getting quotes on property you do not own, not a good idea. Talk to the seller and ask them to rectify any problems before the sale takes place. Don't listen to people in bars or on answers telling you what to do, use your own judgement.
The best advice I ever had was... listen to all advice, then do your own thing........................
2006-10-30 15:07:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a buyer you should have a certified home inspector check the property your interested in and it's a good bet he will tell you just about what things will cost that need to be done. Estimates are usually free.
2006-10-27 15:41:38 · answer #7 · answered by Eternal Teenager 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Valuation quotes should be totally free. Check before the valuer comes.
2006-10-26 17:38:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Quotes are generally free but ask before asking the trades person to visit. if they aren't free dont use them as there are plenty who are happy to quote free.
2006-10-26 17:41:31 · answer #9 · answered by twinkletoes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋