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My contractor walked off the job mid-repair.
Contractors sometimes walk off due to payment disputes, scope disagreements, or capacity issues.
My contractor walked off the job mid-repair.
Root cause
Why this happens
Contractors sometimes walk off due to payment disputes, scope disagreements, or capacity issues.
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What to do
Solution steps
- 01
Step 1
Document work completed and outstanding
- 02
Step 2
Review contract for termination provisions
- 03
Step 3
Seek completion bid from replacement contractor
- 04
Step 4
File complaint with DBPR if license issue
- 05
Step 5
Consider small claims or civil court for payment/damages
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FS 627.7142 Bill of Rights
What the carrier owes you.
FS 626.9744 Matching
Reasonable matching requirement.
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