Repairs to roof

[didoatwork]

Will all builders/roofers add VAT to the price of mending a gable end? Or is it just when the bill is over a certain amount? Thanks for any answers in advance.

[didoatwork]

Please anyone know the answer to this?

[dzug2]

They will add VAT if they are registered for VAT - that's a question of their total turnover, not one single job

It they are not registered for VAT then they won't (well shouldn't) charge it

Why not ask?

[The Builder]

What Dzug says is right. If he's registered for VAT, he'll charge 20% on any amount.
If he's not, he can't charge, but if he's bought materials, he would have included the VAT on the materials because he's just payed it to the Merchants.

[AlBags]

Just ask 'inclusive .. or plus VAT?'

[bednobs]

or she, the builder!

[ladybirder]

If they charge you VAT their VAT number should be on the bill.

[The Builder]

Sorry, Bedbugs .............. not many female builders in Devon I'm afraid .............. more's the pity :o)

[didoatwork]

Thank you all for you your answers. It's just that the builder seems to be charging quite a lot, so will ask if he is VAT registered.
Thank you all again. Dido