Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 783 of 1605
Which of the following residential jobs would MOST likely require a full home improvement contract rather than a service and repair contract?
a.A $700 drain cleaning the owner called about
b.A $2,500 patio cover the contractor solicited door-to-door
c.A $200 faucet repair the owner phoned in
d.A $500 water heater fix requested by the owner
Explanation
A $2,500 solicited patio cover exceeds the $750 service and repair limit and was not buyer-initiated, so it requires a full home improvement contract under §7159.
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