HB 4084
To protect homeowners from unscrupulous contractors
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect homeowners in West Virginia by requiring all licensed contractors to use written contracts when performing work on residential properties, regardless of the project’s value. The contract must include specific details about the work, the cost, the contractor’s information, and a completion date with a refund provision if the deadline isn’t met. Contractors will also be required to provide information about previous similar projects.
Key provisions
- All licensed contractors must use written contracts for work on residential properties.
- Contracts must detail the scope of work and associated costs.
- Contracts must be signed by both the contractor and the homeowner or lessee.
- Contracts must include the contractor’s license information, including expiration date.
- Contracts must outline a completion date and a refund policy if the deadline is not met.
- Contractors must provide homeowner with names of previous clients for similar work upon request.
- The contractor’s board will create and post a standard contract form.
- The contractor’s board will notify contractors of contract requirements.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Lessees of residential property
- Licensed contractors
- Building inspectors
- Municipalities
Notable changes
- Previously, written contracts were not always required for residential work, regardless of value.
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