How to Deal with a Bad Contractor: Recognize Problems, Protect Your Money, Document the Work, and Get Results

Protect Yourself Before the First Hammer Falls Hiring a contractor can be one of the biggest financial decisions a homeowner makes. A bad choice can lead to delays, unfinished work, poor workmanship, unexpected costs, and a long and frustrating dispute. How to Deal With a Bad Contractor gives homeowners practical guidance for protecting themselves before, during, and after a construction project. Learn how to research contractors, compare estimates, understand contracts, document problems, handle change orders, recognize warning signs, and know when it may be time to walk away. You will also learn why documentation, communication, and asking the right questions can make such a difference when problems arise. Part of the Consumer Confidence Series, this book is designed to help everyday consumers become more informed, confident, and prepared when spending their hard-earned money. The best time to protect yourself from a bad contractor is before you hire one. Consumer Confidence Series