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Old 04-28-2022, 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by GpaVader View Post
I've been reading through a lot of the posts here and most of them say not to pay a contractor until the work is done. While I agree with that we are looking at a landscaper and they want 1/3 down and 2/3 upon completion. Looking for some direction here. He's 2 months out to do the work and I'd feel better giving him the 1/3 just before starting. Comments please....
Check with state and local agencies and make sure contractor is insured, licensed, and bonded before entering in any agreement.