Homeowners who need work done by contractors should take certain steps to avoid contractor fraud. The rule of thumb is to research the contractors you plan to hire, but these other tips will help ensure that your rights are respected. A savvy homeowner avoids contractor fraud. 11 Tips for the… read more →
A contractor is hired to perform certain work for you, but when a contractor does not fulfill their responsibilities, you may have a case for fraud, defective work, or breach of contract. Of course, there are many reasons for a home owner to sue a contractor. An important detail for… read more →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Property Owner Files Lawsuit against Pro-Home Renovators for HICPA Violations Syreeta signed a contract with Pro-Home Renovators on August 3rd for extensive renovations to her property. The contract specified work to be carried out on the bathroom, basement, the HVAC system, and new cement work. The cost… read more →
The relationship between contractor and home owner is a difficult one since disagreements and problems can occur easily. After all, the government established the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA) to offer further protection to home owners who have experienced contractor fraud. The law handles the breach of contract in… read more →
How Does HICPA Protect Home Improvement Clients? Stories of others dealing with fraud, usually when someone steals credit card information, can be scary. But imagine trusting your home to a contractor, only to have them breach the contract and not finish the work that they were hired to complete. That’s… read more →