We’ve been delighted to see our Which? Trusted Traders helping their communities and the NHS during the pandemic. Here’s what they’ve been up to.
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Which? Trusted Traders: supporting their communities
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An update from Which? Trusted Traders
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As the coronavirus pandemic continues, I’d like to provide an update to all our Which? Trusted Traders, as well as the general public.
Cold call warning: rogue roof repairs
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In the wake of storms Ciara and Dennis, rogue cold callers have sensed an opportunity. Our guest, Hertfordshire Trading Standards, tells us what to watch out for.
Legal advice: shoddy building work
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Ever had a company not carry out the service you paid for? Here’s how we helped a member when she had no choice but to take a company to court.
Winning Which? Trusted Trader of the Year: what it means to us
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Winning Which? Trusted Trader of the Year is no easy feat. Our guest, this year’s winner, explains just what it means to take home the award.
Brief Cases: what if the ‘architect’ you hired wasn’t really an architect?
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Hiring a ‘cowboy’ builder is, unfortunately, an experience common to many… but what if you hired unqualified architect?
We’re supporting Gas Safety Week: is your home gas safe?
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This week is Gas Safety week, an annual campaign driven by the Gas Safe board to highlight the importance of gas safety to the nation. Is your home up to standard?
Have you encountered a rogue trader?
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We’ve all heard stories of unscrupulous traders knocking on old people’s doors and claiming that their roof needs repairing, then making off with hundreds of pounds without having done any work.
Do you have concerns when hiring a trader?
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Plenty of us have had the experience of wasted hours being stuck waiting for someone who never shows up. Do you have concerns when getting a trader in for a job?
Which? Trusted Traders: how we’re helping to improve standards
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Whether it’s an emergency or a planned home improvement, you’ll want to hire someone trustworthy. But if you’re up against the clock or starting from scratch, who do you turn to?
(more about trading standards…)
Do you have damp in your home?
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The impact can range from an unsightly inconvenience to a health hazard. But can you get rid of damp problems by yourself?
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Is your boiler engineer actually a salesman?
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We’ve heard from homeowners who’ve sold products during a boiler service. Would you be happy to hear their recommendations – or are they just taking advantage of the situation?
Watch out for rogue tree surgeons
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Would you check if a tree surgeon was properly insured and qualified before letting them loose in your garden?
Boiler servicing investigation expert: ‘I was stunned’
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The experts who helped assess how well engineers serviced a faulty boiler were shocked to see most failing to meet legal requirements. One expert, who wishes to remain anonymous, shares his thoughts.