With all the 20/20 and 60 Minute type news ragazine shows, the internet forums and general global dissemination of information that abounds, how does this scenario continue to arise?
May- happy homeowner hires specialty "conservatory" contractor to build 9 x 14 addition.
June- excited homeowner pays contractor "downpayment" for special order items.
July / August - surprised homeowner makes daily telephone inquiries about schedule for starting the work
September- increasingly concerned homeowner accepts bet from cynical brother that addition won't be finished by Thanksgiving.
October - Nervous homeowner compels contractor to break ground and makes additional progress payment bringing total amount paid to-date to $27,385. Busy contractor installs 7 x 14 footings. Contractor disappears.
November - Angry homeowner calls state improvement commission and learns of contractors abysmal performance record. Calls attorney to commence remedial proceedings.
My poor brother.
May- happy homeowner hires specialty "conservatory" contractor to build 9 x 14 addition.
June- excited homeowner pays contractor "downpayment" for special order items.
July / August - surprised homeowner makes daily telephone inquiries about schedule for starting the work
September- increasingly concerned homeowner accepts bet from cynical brother that addition won't be finished by Thanksgiving.
October - Nervous homeowner compels contractor to break ground and makes additional progress payment bringing total amount paid to-date to $27,385. Busy contractor installs 7 x 14 footings. Contractor disappears.
November - Angry homeowner calls state improvement commission and learns of contractors abysmal performance record. Calls attorney to commence remedial proceedings.
My poor brother.