Installing or re-furbishing a new bathroom in your home is an exciting project. To guarantee this home improvement job goes smoothly depends very much on finding the best bathroom fitter or designer. You need to employ a bathroom specialist who can work to a high standard and within the budget you have set out.
Different Kinds of Bathroom Fitters and Designers
What is the difference between a bathroom fitter and a bathroom designer?
In general terms, a bathroom fitter is likely to be a plumber who specialises in installing bathroom suites and showers. A bathroom designer, on the other hand, is someone who may undertake the entire project and help you with the design and layout of your new bathroom. They will recommend the best way to maximise space and light. They may help you choose the colour schemes and the type of bathroom suites and furniture to enhance your new bathroom. It is also part of their role to find, hire and supervise the work of the bathroom fitters, plumbers and tilers who are installing the new bathroom.
You can find both bathroom fitters and designers who work for large, nationwide chains or those who work in your local area for family-run or independent companies.
How To Find and Choose a Reliable Bathroom Fitter and Designer
Finding a good and reliable bathroom fitter or designer should not just be a matter of luck. You can find names and contact details of many bathroom specialists using the following sources:
Personal recommendation/Word of mouth
Websites
Yellow Pages and other local and national directories and classifieds both online and offline
Adverts in local newspapers
Visiting bathroom showrooms and trade exhibitions
House and design magazines
However, one of the best ways in which to find a good bathroom fitter or designer is simply to ask for recommendations from your friends and family. Word of mouth and personal experience can be an unbeatable source of information.
Some Considerations and Precautions When Making Your Choice
Once you have decided on a list of bathroom fitters and designers, take a little time to learn more about the services they offer. For example, ask them the following basic questions:
How long have you been in business?
Do you have insurance which covers damage to property?
Is your work guaranteed?
Are you a member of a trade association? Follow this up with a phone call to the trade body to check that the details given are in order.
Here are a few further tips when hiring any bathroom fitter or designer:-
Getting Quotes
--make sure the bathroom fitter or designer has a thorough understanding of your needs before he or she prepares the quote. Always have a written description of your job and a written quote to eliminate any confusion between you and your chosen fitter or designer. Lastly, always ask for a fixed price. Make sure that you understand what is included and whether or not the price includes VAT. Always get several quotes and don't just opt for the cheapest quote. Instead, choose the quote that offers best value for money, taking into account quality of materials and workmanship as well as reputation and reliability.
Contracts
-- before work commences, make sure you have a legally binding contract in place which has been signed and agreed by both parties. The contract should include a written record of the job description, start date, duration and the agreed fixed price. The contract should state the type of insurance and guarantees offered to you should the bathroom fitter or designer fail to finish the job on time or if other delays or problems arise. If the contract needs to be revised at any stage during the works, be sure to have it re-written and signed again by both parties. Always keep copies of your contracts and other paperwork relating to the job.
Rogue Bathroom Fitters and Designers
-- be suspicious of leaflets that are dropped through your door or directory listings which only carry a telephone number. Be even more wary of sales people who try to sell you services door-to-door.
Paying for your Bathroom
-- it is always a good idea to pay in instalments. A deposit is reasonable but no reputable bathroom fitter or designer should insist that you pay the full amount or even a large amount in advance. It is wise to keep a part of the payment back until you are completely satisfied with the work.
Conclusion
It is worthwhile spending extra time and effort in finding the right bathroom fitter or designer. A beautifully-designed and professionally-installed bathroom will give you pleasure and add value to your home. Always read the small print in the contracts carefully. Make sure the bathroom fitter or designer you choose is a member of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association or other trade bodies. The Department of Trade and Industry and/or your local Trading Standards office can offer you further help and advice should you need it
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