Cincinnati, OH asked in Contracts and Construction Law for Ohio

Q: If a project loan expires due to the contractor taking too long to finish the job is the contract voided

We signed a contract for a wet area remodel. That was only support to take 2 days, but ended up taking 2 months because it kept failing plumbing codes

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A: If the contractor did not complete the job in the time as specified in the contract, then the contractor has breached the contract. That gives you grounds to notify him that the contract is terminated. You are obligated to pay him what he is owed, minus any extra amounts you incur to finish the job. But he could file a lien and could sue you. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult a local attorney to review the contract and advise you.

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