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Old 18-03-2022, 09:34   #1
Tinky
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PVC Fascia and gutter fitting regulations?

Last year we had new fascia boards fitted to the gable end and front of our house, along with one down pipe and guttering to the front. During the gale the fascia at the gable end got blown off and was in pieces in our neighbours gardens. I contacted the builder and he came round to see the damage, but said it would cost a further £176 to replace the broken parts, as it was down to the gale, he insisted I pay in advance by bank transfer, so I did.
However I had a different builder have a look at the damage and he says that first of all the fascia was the wrong size, the pins were too short, and the fascia should have been double pinned. There were only 4 pins holding up the full length to the roof. There are no joiners in the guttering and daylight can be seen by the bracket, the down pipe is also loose, the nails having fallen out. He is only refunding the £176 extra I paid, and requests I get his materials removed without damage for his collection, any damage will be billed to me. I would like to know what the fitting regs are and if anyone can advise me how I stand legally.
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