Contractor Problem

[TheProfessor]

Neighbor of mine hired local contractor to constuct a single car garage. Asked for all money up front. Left town never to return. Elderly couple. Had to hire another contractor and pay again for new garage.

Different types of constructions are mentioned here. Log homes, large commercial parking areas, etc.

As a general rule for the homeowner, money is paid when materials are delivered. And a payment plan should be set up. A signed contract should be mandatory if this project is time sensitive. And a penalty should be added if time requirements are not met. Bad weather and machinery breakdowns should be considered. But for most equipment most contractors can borrow/pay from other contractors for down time of any large equipment. Never pay more than what is already done.

If this is a modular home then read the contract from the retail seller of such and make sure you know exactly what you are getting and what you are not getting.