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Originally Posted by retiredguy123
Not true. I would never pay a deposit to a roofer or any contractor in advance. McGinnis recently installed a new roof on a friend's house, and they completed the entire project before asking for any money.
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Yes, reputable companies like McGinnis won't ask for a deposit, but in Florida the law states that the roofer puts a lien on your house until the job is finished, inspected and paid in full. If you have an insurance claim, they will wait for that final check. Could be two extra weeks. You must sign that agreement, acknowleging you understand a lien goes on before the work is started. Suppose to protect both the roofer AND the homeowner. McGinnis is easy to deal with. Lien release was fast. Watch out for many of the Orlando roofers. They quote low, but then find "hidden damage" under the shingles. Guess what?
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