Choosing · Pitfalls
Eight common pitfalls when choosing a dormer company
Once you recognise the patterns, you spot them in every quote and every sales pitch. Here are the eight traps homeowners fall into most often — and how to see them coming before they cost you money.
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Short answer
Most pitfalls fall into three groups: apparently low prices hiding excluded items, sales pressure built on time limits and discount theatre, and the convenience pitfall of "only one quote because it'll be fine".
Price pitfalls
Sales tricks in the meeting
Convenience pitfalls
FAQ
FAQ
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01Is it normal to negotiate on price?
Yes, but negotiate on substance: ask the company to justify line items or compare against other quotes. Pure discount pressure usually erodes quality, not margin.
02What if I've already signed and regret it?
Contracts signed at home (during a sales visit) carry a 14-day statutory cooling-off period in the EU. Showroom visits do not formally qualify, but most reputable companies will cancel against reasonable costs if asked early.
03How do I recognise an honest sales conversation?
Calm pace, questions specific to your house, and willingness to let you think for two weeks. Pressure and urgency do not belong in honest selling of a 30-year building element.
Conclusie
Once you know the patterns, you see them first in the conversation. Sales pressure and price traps only work on people who feel rushed. A night's sleep, three quotes and honest questions are the best antidote.