Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 774 of 1605
A homeowner requests a $500 furnace repair by phone. The contractor may present a service and repair contract that must include:
a.Required notices including a description of the work and consumer-protection language
b.A 10-year exclusive service clause
c.A demand for full prepayment
d.The homeowner's financial statements
Explanation
Even the streamlined service and repair contract under §7159.10 must include specified content, such as a description of the requested work and the mandated consumer notices.
Law Reference: B&P §7159.10Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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