Q: We hired a contractor to install some floors in our home on an hourly basis. he did it wrong and will not fix
We have given him the option to come look at it and or fix it but he now will not even look at it. he did a lot of work at the house on an hourly basis ( all checks were written to the construction company). We found out that the product was glued down and is not designed to be glued down. He used his tools, he picked up the materials and installed them. He claims he was just an hourly employee of us. We live in Michigan and the work was being done in California. It is now going to cost $7500.00 to replace and it has prevent the sale of the house which has caused us to have to drop the price. He is Licensed as a Gen Contractor in California. What do we do?
A: Sue in Small Claims court and recover your actual damages up to $10k. Bring photos, receipts, contracts, cancelled checks or other documents necessary to prove your case.
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