An HVAC Contractor Damaged My Home — What Can I Do?
If an HVAC contractor damaged your home, document everything immediately, notify the contractor in writing, and report the loss to your homeowners insurer
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How to Sue a Roofer for a Defective Roof in Florida
To sue a roofer for a defective roof in Florida, first send the roofer written notice and a demand to repair, then serve a formal pre-suit notice of constr
How to Prove a Contractor Caused Water Damage to My Home
To prove a contractor caused water damage in Florida, you must show the contractor owed you a duty, breached it through defective or negligent work, and th
How to Check If a Contractor Is Licensed in Florida
To verify a contractor's license in Florida, search the contractor's name or license number on the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulati
How to Cancel a Home Warranty and Get a Refund
To cancel a home warranty in Florida, send the company a written cancellation request, cite the cancellation clause in your contract, and ask for a prorate
Home Warranty vs. Homeowners Insurance: What Is the Difference?
A home warranty is a service contract that pays to repair or replace home systems and appliances when they break down from normal use, while homeowners ins
Home Warranty Pre-Existing Condition Denial: What to Do in Florida
If your home warranty company denied your claim as a "pre-existing condition," you can challenge it. The company must prove the defect actually existed and
General Contractor vs. Subcontractor Liability for Property Damage
When a contractor damages your property, the general contractor (GC) is usually the party you hold responsible, because the GC is contractually responsible
Extended Car Warranty Claim Denied: What to Do
If your extended car warranty claim was denied, get the denial in writing, read it against your contract to find the exact clause the company relied on, an
An Electrician Caused Electrical Damage to My Home — Who Is Liable?
If an electrician caused electrical damage to your home, the electrician (and usually the electrical contracting company that employs them) is generally li
Does a Home Warranty Cover Air Conditioner Replacement?
A home warranty can cover air conditioner replacement, but only when the AC fails from normal wear and tear, you have an active plan that includes HVAC, an
A Contractor Used the Wrong Materials: What Are My Rights?
If a contractor installed the wrong materials, you generally have the right to demand they correct the work at no extra cost and, if they refuse, to recove
A Contractor Hit a Water Pipe — Who Is Liable?
When a contractor strikes a water pipe, the contractor is usually liable for the resulting damage, because Florida law requires them to work with reasonabl
A Contractor Damaged My Neighbor's Property — Who Pays in Florida?
In most cases, the contractor (and their general liability insurer) pays for damage they cause to a neighbor's property, because the contractor — not you,
A Contractor Caused a Fire — Who Is Responsible?
If a contractor caused a fire on your property, the contractor (and usually their general liability insurer) is responsible for the damage they negligently
A Contractor Abandoned My Project in Florida: What Can I Do?
If a contractor abandoned your project in Florida, document everything in writing, send a certified written demand to resume work or refund your money, and
Can I Withhold Payment From a Contractor for Defective Work in Florida?
Yes. In Florida you can generally withhold payment from a contractor for defective or incomplete work, but only the amount reasonably tied to the defect —
Can I Sue a Contractor for Bad Workmanship in Florida?
Yes. In Florida you can sue a contractor for bad workmanship under theories of breach of contract, negligence (the failure to build to the accepted standar
Can I Sue a Contractor After the Warranty Expires in Florida?
Yes. In Florida, an expired warranty does not bar a lawsuit against a contractor. A written warranty is only one of several legal theories you can use. You
Can I Hire My Own Contractor After an Insurance Claim?
Yes. In Florida, you have the right to choose your own licensed contractor to repair your property after an insurance claim — your insurer cannot force you
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