Construction contracts or in your case contracts to enclose a lanai typically do have contractor "draws"...especially for projects costing $20K or more. However, 30% for the initial draw seems quite high. I would expect something closer to 10% upon signing to get the job started......the contractor will have to do some work to get permits adn approvals. Then depending upon the scope of the job 1 or 2 additional draws before the final payment of 10-12%. The major draw would occur after concrete is poured, block or wood work done, roof raised etc followed by the delivery/ instalation of windows.
It is unreasonable to expect NO money up front w/ progress payments as work proceeds on a construction contract. If Buckscounty knows of a reputable Construction Contractor that will do a $20K plus job with no money up front, let us know!
BTW: everything is negotiable
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