Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 762 of 1605
A residential re-roofing job is priced at $9,500. Which is required?
a.A verbal handshake is sufficient
b.Only a lien release is required
c.A commercial construction contract
d.A written home improvement contract meeting §7159 requirements
Explanation
Re-roofing a home is a home improvement, and at $9,500 it far exceeds $500, so a written contract complying with all of B&P §7159's requirements is mandatory.
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