Rogue builder left our roof leaking and spent £30K we gave him in Lanzarote
Summary
A couple from Wales lost over £30,000 to a builder who left their home extension unfinished and spent the money on holidays. The builder, Christian Williams, is serving a prison sentence after admitting theft and fraud involving four families; the victims continue to face problems with incomplete and poor-quality work.Key Facts
- Christian Williams took more than £30,000 from Barry and Shelley Sawkins for a home extension but left the job unfinished.
- Williams is currently serving two years in prison after admitting theft and fraud involving multiple families.
- The Sawkins couple spent £50,000 fixing the problems, almost £30,000 over the original £21,000 quote.
- Williams was seen on holiday in Lanzarote using the money given by clients.
- The extension has major issues, including uneven flooring and water leaking into the house.
- Williams rarely attended the worksite, sending elderly and unqualified workers instead.
- Some suppliers were never paid, forcing the couple to buy materials again.
- Another family also suffered major issues and stress after hiring Williams for a home extension.
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