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Hire only licensed contractors. Check contractor's license at www.dpor.virginia.gov or (804) 367-8511. Get three references, review past work. • Get at least three bids. • Get a written contract and don't sign anything until you completely understand the terms. • Pay 10% down, or $1,000, * whichever is less. Don't let payments get ahead , of work. Keep record of payments. Don't make final payment until you're satisfied with the job. Don't pay cash. ~ . 0. Keep a job file of all papers c;j • relating to your project. Virginia Board for Contractors Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation