Tips for hiring tradies through Australian tasking sites like Tradie 4U.
- Describe exactly what you want in detail, using photos if you can.
- Expect lots of return emails and phone calls in a short time.
- Check the licence or registration yourself through the appropriate authority in your state.
- Do a general internet search on the business name for customer reviews.
- Ask to see certificates of currency for public liability insurance.
- Don’t automatically accept the price the worker quotes you – they have to give you a quote to get your contact details, but it could well be up for negotiation.
- Get three quotes and base your choice on what they offer, not just price.
- Arrange an on-site inspection so both parties know what the job involves.
- Get everything in writing. A major domestic building contract is generally required for work over $5000. But some consumer organisations, including Consumer Affairs Victoria, recommend a written contract for all renovation work.
- Always get a receipt for the work, whichever way you paid for it.
Source: Choice Australia.
