Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 138 of 690

A change order on a home improvement project that increases the price must:

a.Only be confirmed verbally with the homeowner
b.Be filed with the CSLB within 5 days
c.Be approved by the project lender
d.Be in writing and signed by both the owner and the contractor

Explanation

Any change in the contract price, scope, or terms must be documented in a written change order signed by both parties. Verbal change orders are unenforceable and a license law violation.

Law Reference: Bus. & Prof. Code §7159

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