Understanding California’s Right to Repair Act: An Overview of Residential Construction Standards
In California, homebuyers have a legal right to ensure that their newly constructed homes meet certain quality standards. The California Right to Repair Act establishes guidelines for builders, contractors, and other professionals involved in residential construction. The law aims to address and resolve defects or deficiencies in various aspects of home construction. This article breaks […]
Understanding California Residential Home Improvement Contract Requirements
When embarking on a home improvement project in California, both contractors and homeowners need to be familiar with the legal requirements that govern the residential contracting process. These regulations ensure transparency and fairness, protecting both parties from potential disputes. Whether you’re hiring a contractor or working as one, it’s crucial to understand the various elements […]
Understanding California’s Prompt Payment Law for Private Projects
Late payments can cause frustrating delays, disruptions, and financial strain for contractors. Fortunately, California’s Prompt Payment Law is designed to protect contractors working on private projects by ensuring timely payments. Let’s break it down in plain English, so you know how it works, who qualifies for interest on late payments, and whether you have the […]
Steps to File a Mechanics and Materialmen’s Lien in California
If you’re a contractor in California, you already know how crucial it is to get paid for your work. A mechanics and materialmen’s lien is a powerful tool that ensures you receive timely payment for labor and materials provided on a construction project. But here’s the catch—filing one correctly in California requires you to follow […]
Understanding Illinois Residential Contract Requirements: 815 ILCS 513/15
When it comes to home repairs and remodeling, transparency and clear communication are key to ensuring that both homeowners and contractors are on the same page. In Illinois, one law that plays a critical role in protecting consumers is 815 ILCS 513/15, which mandates that home repair or remodeling contractors provide a written contract for […]
Why Contractors Should Avoid Buying Building Materials on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace has become a popular platform for buying and selling everything from furniture to building materials. It’s accessibility and casual setup can be appealing to busy contractors juggling multiple projects. However, buying building materials on Facebook Marketplace comes with serious risks that could jeopardize your financial security and professional reputation. Over the past year, […]
Understanding the Illinois Contractor Prompt Payment Act
For contractors and small business owners in Illinois, timely payments can make all the difference in managing ongoing projects and ensuring the financial stability of their operations. The Illinois Contractor Prompt Payment Act (commonly called the Prompt Payment Act), codified in 815 ILCS 630, is vital in protecting your right to be compensated promptly for […]
Mechanics Liens Illinois
As I have said before, knowing your mechanics lien rights is essential to securing your right to be paid in the construction industry. Every state has different rules that need to be followed to have a valid mechanics lien. This blog article will address the steps that need to be followed to have a valid […]
Understanding the Louisiana New Home Warranty Act
Purchasing a new home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make, and ensuring that your new property is free from defects is a key concern for homeowners. In Louisiana, the New Home Warranty Act provides significant protections for homeowners, requiring builders to provide specific warranties for defects related to materials, workmanship, and […]
Can I file a Lien on a Public Project?
The general rule when it comes to public entities (city, state, and federal governments) is that they are immune from being sued or having any legal action taken against them. This concept is known as governmental immunity, and it applies to the idea of governmental immunity, which applies to liens as well. If you are […]