Illinois law has some tough laws governing home repair and remodeling contractors. The laws include (among other things) minimum insurance requirements and mandatory distribution of a pamphlet from the Illinois Attorney General under certain conditions. For more on the Illinois Home Repair and Remodeling Act please see the following:
1. Illinois Code Section 815 ILCS 513/1
2. ISBA article on the Home Repair and Remodeling Act; and
3. Attorney General’s Pamphlet: Home Repair Know Your Consumer Rights (PDF Format).
There are other local, state and federal laws which you should research and come to know as you are able.
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