Spring is here and along with the nice weather, vacation planning and first barbecue’s of the season, many individuals are planning their home renovation project. Whether it is power washing your deck, painting your home, putting on an addition or several smaller jobs there are rules you must follow to be sure you are not taken advantage of by a contractor.
Are They Licensed?
We have all seen it on the news, heard about it from a friend or neighbor and hope it never happens to us; the contractor who starts the job and does not finish, the contractor who takes a deposit and never returns to start the job or the contractor who finishes the job only for the homeowner to later find out that it was done all wrong or without permits!
Every general contractor must be licensed pursuant to the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. If they are licensed their insurance will also be verified.
If they are not licensed or insured DO NOT HIRE THEM!
The State of Connecticut of Department of Consumer Protection gives individuals tips on how to hire the proper contractor and remain as safe as possible from scams or being taken advantage of. Take a look!
Get it in Writing.
When hiring any contractor for any project, it must be in writing! According to Connecticut General Statutes Section 20-429 et seq. no home improvement contract shall be valid or enforceable against an owner unless it:
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