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Make it Right Bill of Rights
A lot of unethical contractors play fast and loose with rules and build badly or use crappy materials. They’ll also break the rules of good faith that should be part and parcel of any relationship between a service provider and his customer: Act professionally, create a culture of respect, have open and honest communication, and work to a reasonable standard of expectations.
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