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[quote=Anonymous]We embarked on a pretty major kitchen, two bath and some minor other things remodel. Got multiple bids, chose one with good references etc. Construction was due to start Dec 1, and we decided to move out for the 10 weeks for a variety of reasons. Contractor did not get permits until mid December, crew showed up for 2 days to demo before christmas and have not been back since. Yes, there were holidays, but its now January 9.  We are due to  move back in mid Feb. GC promises to make up the lost time (if he could have done the job in 6 weeks rather than 10, why not do it that way from the start?). We have a giant, full dumpster parked in front of our house too, which is not thrilling neighbors. I go by this morning after reading the riot act on Monday and still...nothing has been done. 
So far, we've paid contractor 25% of total job--some of that has gone for drawings, engineering review, permits and demo, but he has not yet 'spent' that amount in materials or labor.

There's a penalty for being late--100$/day, but that's not, seemingly, a deterrent.

Do I believe him that the job will be done in 6 weeks? Do I fire now--will I have to get new drawings, permits, etc? (I need to reread contract). [/quote]

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