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Risk Score

HIGH RISK

5 flags found · Review before signing

72

Flags Detected

60% upfront deposit demanded

Industry standard is 10–25%. This is a major financial risk.

No permit responsibility stated

Unpermitted work can void your homeowner's insurance.

Lump-sum labor, no breakdown

You can't verify what you're paying for without line items.

No written warranty clause

Without this, you have no recourse for defective work.

License number not included

Always verify your contractor is licensed in your state.

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Red Flags We Catch That You'd Miss

Our intelligence engine checks every quote against 40+ risk signals used by construction attorneys.

Demands more than 25% upfront
High Risk
No license number or proof of insurance
High Risk
Vague lump-sum line items
Medium Risk
No written warranty terms
Medium Risk
No permit mention
Medium Risk
Pushes you to sign same day
High Risk
Quote excludes common items (appliances, permits)
Low Risk
No payment schedule tied to milestones
Medium Risk

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