New Garage Roof

[postman44]

Having a new garage roof fascia and sofits. Been quoted 1200 and 240 pounds vat 1240 in total.
Would you pay 1200 pounds in cash and get the roofer to waiver the 240 pounds vat.
Or pay the full amount 1240 pounds by cheque.
Thank you

[elliemay1]

I'd choose the first option if he was agreeable

[AuntPollyGrey]

This is more difficult than it first seems. The Roofer will not keep the vat. He is collecting it for the Inland Revenue, so will still only receive £1200 for his work. . However, if he puts the job 'through the books' then he can claim back any VAT on materials costs. If the Roofer is amenable to cash, then I would pay him cash.

[ladybirder]

Ahem! The full amount is £1440;-)

[ladybirder]

Just noticed this is in Crosswords! LOL.