Stringman

[stringman]

]I did a large cleanup for a new customer without a contract the job was for 500.00 dollars it was a gift for her sister and now she won't pay . not because the job was'nt done well she just won't pay what can I do. I'm going to take a bill to her sister to give to her I've talked to her on the phone she said she would pay me but still no pay

[gregn]

Take her to small claims court... Document discussions that you have with her and back up with cell phone records if possible. Bring a witness if you ask her about paying.

[PremierLawnscapes]

it never ceases to amaze me how unthoughful and rediculous these people are. Now on these small jobs i write "I accept" and a line for their sig., make them sign it and get the money up front or atleast 1/2 the money. Anyone not willing to pay atleast 1/2 upfront or sign an agreement is not a customer you need.

[Scaper-S2k]

How long has it been since you billed her? What was her reason for not paying?


Premier, many states have a law that says you can't ask for more than 10% upfront. Not sure if yours is one of them. Probably wouldn't be a problem anyway, but just a heads up.