Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 60 of 1632
A contractor may demand final payment from the homeowner:
a.Upon substantial completion of the project
b.When 50% of the work is complete
c.After all materials are delivered to the site
d.At the start of the project
Explanation
A contractor may not demand or accept final payment until the project is substantially complete. Demanding payment before this point is a violation of California Contractors' Law.
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