When the contractor wants to charge too much
När hantverkaren vill ha för mycket betalt - Engelska
Does the contractor want an unreasonable amount of money, more than you agreed, or invoice a higher price than in the quote? Find out what the Consumer Services Act says about pricing and contractors. Also find out how you can proceed if you and the contractor cannot reach an agreement.
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If the contractor charges too much – keep this in mind
Do you have written documentation of the agreed price? If so, that is usually the price you should pay.
If you did not agree on a price or cannot prove what was agreed, you should pay what is reasonable based on the type of work. Remember that you have the right to receive an itemised invoice.
What to do if you disagree about the price
The amount you should pay depends on what you and the contractor agreed and whether there is any written proof. Answer the question below to get information on how you can proceed.
Proofread: 17 December 2025