HB 3034

Abstract

Amends the Home Repair and Remodeling Act. Provides that a residential contractor shall not advertise or promise to pay or rebate all or any portion of any insurance deductible as an inducement to the sale of goods or services. Provides that a person who has entered into a written contract with a residential contractor to provide goods or services to be paid from the proceeds of a property and casualty insurance policy may cancel the contract prior to midnight on the fifth business day after the insured has received written notice from the insurer that all or any part of the claim or contract is not a covered loss under the insurance policy. Requires a residential contractor to provide a statement informing the insured about his or her right to cancel and a pre-made form for him or her to do so. Provides that within 10 days of such a cancellation, the residential contractor shall return all payments made by the insured, except for emergency services provided by the contractor and agreed to by the insured. Provides that a residential contractor shall not represent or negotiate, or offer or advertise to represent or negotiate, on behalf of an owner or possessor of residential real estate on any insurance claim in connection with the repair or replacement of roof systems, or the performance of any other exterior repair, replacement, construction, or reconstruction work.