Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 753 of 1605
The $500 threshold that triggers a written home improvement contract is measured by:
a.The aggregate contract price, including both labor and materials
b.Labor cost only
c.The permit fee
d.Materials cost only
Explanation
B&P §7159 uses the aggregate contract price, combining labor and materials, to determine whether the $500 threshold requiring a written contract is exceeded.
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