What should I do makea contractorfinish the remodeling project that I hred him for and make sure he pays all of his subcontractors?
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What should I do makea contractorfinish the remodeling project that I hred him for and make sure he pays all of his subcontractors?
I hired a contractor to do some additions to the house. The project was to be completed in 8-12 weeks as per signed contract. This project started on 4 1/2 months ago and still not completed. He is not paying his subcontractors and one of them put a lien on my house. I paid my contractor all the money except for 10% of final payment. I want the lien removed.
Asked on December 13, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You can sue the contractor. The contract is binding on both of you; if the contract is not honoring it, whether by not completing the work on time or not paying his subcontractors (so that you are now responsible for the costs and/or the work does not get done), you can bring a lawsuit. In the lawsuit, you would seek a court order that the contractor finish the work and pay his subs, including satisfying the lien; you might also seek compensation for any costs you have incurred due to the contractors actions.
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