Some what on subject but when doing ANY contract work if the contractor needs $$ for supplies or money up front seek out a different person.......
Word! A contractor's inability to properly fund their business is not my problem! If you need money up front, I'll immediately consider your ability to complete the project as in jeopardy. The contractor has a powerful tool to ensure payment after the contract is complete (lien on the property). The homeowner's recourse is flimsy at best, particularly when the contractor has no assetts to attach. if they did, they wouldn't need the $$$ up front in the first place!