Our story was a missing painting contractor. Gave him deposit for paint only to do whole house and garage. He said paint was delivered and was starting work. When a neighbor reported to us that they had seen no one show up for weeks after job was supposedly started we tried to call, but no answer repeatedly. Took a drive up and ZERO progress, no paint on site, and no contractor. Once again, we had gotten references, seen his work but obviously he must have fallen on hard times and decided our deposit for paint was worth the risk of a fraud/theft charge. We hired a new contractor, had the work done while we were in residence, and although it was not fun having to try and enjoy a vacation while painters were showing up at the crack of dawn everyday, I don't think we will ever plan on having work done while we are not present to monitor the situation. BTW, I will never give any contractor a deposit for anything again! I will pay when materials are delivered. Fool me once.....
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