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Originally Posted by Why Not?
If it’s a well know, reputable company or on recommendation of a trusted person, sure. Some dude off of Facebook or something, no ****ing way.
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I wouldn't hire the rando on Facebook in the first place, but if I was forced to, I would expect to put at least some money down in advance. It's unlikely that most contractors would front all the money for materials on their own.
Things like windows, in particular, have to be custom built, so it's reasonable that a contractor wouldn't want to take on a bunch of non-refundable materials for someone who might flake out on them.
I think the more important thing here is to fully vet whoever you're hiring to the point that you're not worried about them running away with your money.