You can file an action against the contractor yourself in Small Claims Court for up to $10K. This may be the most practical solution for you. A...

Every licensed contractor must post a $15,000 license bond with the Contractors State License Board. You can get the name and telephone number of...

Make sure that you've put your complaint in writing. Send them an e-mail or letter stating your concern, ask them to come out and correct the...

You should e-mail (not text) the contractor saying he hasn't shown up for 2 weeks and that he' hasn't responded to your telephone calls or text...

Your contract should state what the completion date of the pool construction is. I assume you're past that date now. If you aren't responsible...

Yes, you can still sue your contractor after final payment has been made. Make sure that you put your complaints in writing to the contractor and...

If your plumber furnished and installed the water heater, you should be looking to them to fix this problem rather than the manufacturer. Many...

You're not required to file a preliminary notice with the county recorder. It's best to send it to the general contractor, owner, and lender (if...

You don't say what type of work was being done but it sounds like it required a contractor's license, especially if the work involved a crew. A...

It depends on what other amounts you're asking for. In general, your damages would be to either ask for a refund of the amount you paid him, which...