The Dogmother Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Two years ago I had a seeemingly reputable builder do some work on my attic room; work that I had scrimped and saved for. The work turned outto be defective and I had a leaking attic room and slates falling off the roof. To cut a long story short, after many phone calls to get him back to effect repairs, he became increasingly reluctant and abusive. After much to-ing and fro-ing of letters and a disappointing court appearance where he shouted at me and was warned by the judge.... I finally have a judgement and I WON!!!!!! The letter was there when went home for lunch and I had to read it through 3 times just so it would sink in. I was dancing around so much that it upset the dog At last, I can get that room finished To say that I am relieved is a gross understatement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Congratulations! Glad you got the outcome you deserved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Fantastic news. Well done. What a relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 fantastic news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 Thanks Guys - it's been going on for 2 years now, and there's not a day that I haven't thought or worried about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Oh well done - what a relief! I hope you can get your money out of him quickly, if he doesn't pay up then go back to court to enforce it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susanbb Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Well done. Glad it's all worked out well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 Oh well done - what a relief! I hope you can get your money out of him quickly, if he doesn't pay up then go back to court to enforce it. The judgement says that he is to pay the amount due by 5th May, but I am aware that this isn't enforced by the judgement, so I'm prepared to go back to court for an enforcement order and will eventually involve the local press if necessary. When I get this money back, I can finally get the work on the room finished and move all the gubbins back in there - it has been clogging up the rest of the house for the last two years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Brilliant news Clare, & about time too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feemcg Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Great news.....gosh, I can remember when all the hassle started, seems ages ago. Hope he pays up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitbag Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 thats great news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Fab news and what a huge relief....large glass of wine tonight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 What fantastic news . Great that justice has been done . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 brilliant news It did make me laugh when you said you scared your dog.. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 That's Great News. You must be relieved it's almost over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omletina Kyckling Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 That's excellent news! Hope you get your attic room sorted soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clootie Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 That's really great news, what a weight that must have been on your shoulders. Shame you had to go through it in the first place but glad that justice prevailed !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 I certainly am Lisa. I have just made some BAFTA-ish phone calls of thanks to friends, builders and family who have helped and advised me work seems so humdrum after news like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkshire Pudding Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 That's fantastic Clare! If he has a 'reputation' to guard, your threat to involve the press should make sure he pays up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Yay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Great news Clare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Well done Clare What a couple of years worth of worry you have had though, it must have been a cloud hanging over you all this time and I am pleased you made it though with your sanity intact Hope the dog is OK now too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Brilliant news Clare! But please dont upset the dog again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 She's probably calmed down by now, but she wasn't sure what was going on! By coincidence, I have a massage booked tonight - a friend and neighbour is an aromatherapist and i look after his house and elderly cat when he goes away. I get a massage in return. I shall enjoy it even more now and relax properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Great news Clare! SO glad it is sorted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
