Agree in writing who's responsible when the customer buys the parts
The problem
Customers buy taps and toilets online, then blame the fitter when they fail. A short note agreed before you start makes it clear.
What AI does
AI drafts a short, friendly note setting out who is responsible when a customer buys their own parts, based on your own position. It goes out alongside your quote, and you file the customer's answer.
Time
The steps, in short
- Decide your position on fitting parts customers buy.
- Have AI draft a short, friendly note.
- Include it with your quote, asking the customer to confirm by reply.
- File their answer alongside the job.
A short sample prompt
I'm a plumber in [nation]. Draft a short, friendly note for customers who supply their own parts, explaining my position: [position]. Clear on who covers what, with no blame.
In the full playbook
- 4 steps in full
- The exact prompt to copy
- A check-before-you-send list (3 points)
- UK notes with official sources