refunds
Services & Contracts
Partial refund issued without agreement
If a company issues a partial refund without agreement, it can look like the dispute is closed when it is not. This explains how to reject it as full settlement and escalate through the right UK route.
Services & Contracts
Refund promised but never processed
If a company promised a refund but it never arrives, a written deadline and the official complaints route usually unlocks action. If that fails, escalation through the card provider can be the fastest route.
Services & Contracts
Auto-renewal charge applied after cancellation
If an auto-renewal charge was taken after cancellation, act quickly with a written timeline and use the right payment dispute route. Most cases resolve once cancellation proof and a firm refund deadline are put in front of billing.
Services & Contracts
Faulty service blamed on user
If a provider blames a faulty service on “user error”, keep the complaint outcome-focused and force a written, specific explanation. Use the official complaints route with a clear deadline and evidence bundle.
Services & Contracts
Repair replaced but fault remains
If a repair or part replacement hasn’t fixed the original fault, a written follow-up with a clear deadline usually gets the quickest outcome. This explains what to gather, what to ask for, and when to escalate.
Services & Contracts
Voucher issued instead of refund
If a business issues a voucher instead of a refund, reject it in writing and set a deadline for payment. If they stall, use the card provider dispute route with clear evidence.
Services & Contracts
Company requests mediation then withdraws
If a company offers mediation then withdraws, lock the timeline in writing and move to the formal complaints or payment dispute route. This page explains what to gather and when to escalate in the UK.
Services & Contracts
ADR decision ignored by business
If a business ignores an ADR decision, treat it as non-compliance and move to a clear final deadline and enforcement. This explains what evidence matters and when to escalate in the UK.
Housing & Tenancy
Repairs done but problem returned
If a repair was done but the same problem has returned, act quickly and keep everything in writing. This explains how to push for a free repeat repair or a refund and when to escalate.
Services & Contracts
Service not delivered — legal options
If a trader has taken payment but not delivered the service, set a written deadline and move to a refund request. Escalate via your payment method if they stall or go quiet.
