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  "name": "How do I avoid getting burned by a bad contractor on my addition project?",
  "description": "Protect yourself by focusing on verification and documentation: thoroughly vet contractors and insist on a detailed, written contract. Good contractors welcome",
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        "text": "Protect yourself by focusing on verification and documentation: thoroughly vet contractors and insist on a detailed, written contract. Good contractors welcome transparency and clear scopes; bad ones resist it.\n\nMost addition horror stories come from vague agreements, weak oversight, and poor communication. A bit of front‑end diligence dramatically reduces risk and disputes.\n\nKey factors:\n- License, insurance, and complaint history checks\n- Recent, local references for similar additions\n- Detailed scope, drawings, payment schedule, and change‑order process\n- Single point of contact and agreed communication rhythm\n\nInterview at least two contractors who regularly do additions, not just small repairs. Ask to see finished projects and talk to past clients about schedule, cleanliness, and how problems were handled. Put everything in writing—including exclusions—before any deposit is paid. A reputable contractor will be comfortable with this level of clarity."
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