home repairs

[pattidamon]

Jurisdiction

Massachusetts

How many years do I have to file a small claims in court against a carpenter in Mass?

Thank you so much.

Patti

 

[adjusterjack]

6 years for both oral and written contracts.

However, if you are alleging that poor workmanship damaged something, it's 3 years.

Give us some details if you'd like a helpful discussion of your options.

 

[pattidamon]

6 years for both oral and written contracts.

However, if you are alleging that poor workmanship damaged something, it's 3 years.

Give us some details if you'd like a helpful discussion of your options.

 

[pattidamon]

I had 13 vinyl windows and 2 vinyl doors with stain glass installed. After 5 years of installation I have noticed that the nails he used were indoor nails instead of stainless steel outdoor nails. I spent extra money for Azek wood and now rust is running down the wood on all windows and the vinyl door trim. When students go to shop class the first thing they learn is to use good quality stainless steel nails for all outdoor applications.

Thank you very much.

Patti

 

[mightymoose]

Fist step-
Contact the contractor and attempt to remedy the situation.