Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 785 of 1605
A homeowner calls for a $650 emergency plumbing repair. Under a compliant service and repair contract, the contractor may collect payment:
a.Before starting, in full
b.In three weekly installments
c.As a 50% deposit up front
d.Only after the work is completed
Explanation
B&P §7159.10 requires that no payment be collected on a service and repair contract until the work is complete, so the plumber bills after finishing the repair.
Law Reference: B&P §7159.10Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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