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The Warranty Protections Bill
Homeowners get new warranty protections for house improvements
Establishing certain rights for purchasers of residential improvements
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would force contractors to give homeowners a one‑year warranty on major work and stop them from limiting that warranty.
Our take
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Homeowners could get better protection and cheaper fixes, while contractors may face higher costs, so the bill deserves public attention now before it passes.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Contracts for residential improvements must include a warranty.
- Warranty must cover at least one year for major systems like foundation, roof, plumbing, and electrical.
- Contractors cannot limit or exclude any express or implied warranty.
- Arbitration clauses must be held within 50 miles and be clearly highlighted in the contract.
- The Contractor Licensing Board can discipline contractors who break the new rules.
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