Q: How should I go about retrieving money from a contractor who is ignoring calls and not finishing a job?
I went with a contractor who started work but moved slow. Kept giving us days and times that he would he back to finish but wouldn't show up. Missed the times. This went on for about a week. Now hes not returning any calls or messages and the job still is less than half finished.
A: PA has a Consumer Home Improvement Contractor's Act that helps to protect you. You can file a complaint with the Attorney General's office regarding this particular contractor. I would suggest starting with a letter to the contractor indicating that you were prepared to file a complaint with the PA Attorney General's office under the PA Home Improvement Contractor Consumer Protection Act if the contractor does not perform the duties under the terms of the contract and in a timely fashion. You can also check out the contractor on the PA website.
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