Plumber tried to screw me over and failed
I set up an appointment with a plumber about a week ago to upgrade my water heater and I figured I could basically "get to know their work" to see if they wanted to do a bathroom remodel and if I'd be willing to work with them as well. Small job, quick and easy and I don't risk my big job on a stranger. He quoted me an exact amount. I clarify, he says "yep that's all in parts and labor"
The day comes and he doesn't show. When I call him he claims has no idea who I am, but can send someone over right away. The kid comes over doesn't take any measurements or anything but tells me he can do it for me tomorrow. I ask about the quoted amount and he says that is for cash. I said "like a check?" He said "no, cash, we can give you that price".
Today he shows up and before they begin I tell him I'll need a contract and bill of sale. This "plumber" tells me they don't do anything on paper for cash. I said "that would void any warranties and I won't be able to get my permits". He said permits cost extra and they would never do permits with cash. The problem is I was quoted a price and I wasn't told it was a cash price and then when they showed up they told me 'oh they can't do that price unless it's cash'. And then told me that they can't do a legitimate job with cash payment. I kicked them out and he had the balls to tell me to call and make a regular appointment for the water heater. I THOUGHT I did that. Yikes. Always ask for a paper trail. This scammer really tried to tell me everything would be valid without one. Never fall for the scam.