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Do we need to return deposit and can we request final payment

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We are a painting company and we’re contracted by the general contractor to install drywall and paint a house. We sent him our quote and we received a purchase order from a general contractor. We received a deposit for the first part of the job. After 3 days in the job the general contractor did not want us back on the job because he did not like some of our workers. He wanted us to remove our tools and not come back the next day. Do we need to return his deposit and how do we need to proceed since we have a contract?

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May 10, 2020
A specific answer to your question would depend upon a review of the contract. However, generally, if the deposit was sufficient to cover the limited scope of work that was performed, including any materials that were purchased, then you should be able to keep. If the deposit amount exceeded the value of the work performed and any materials purchased, that difference should be refunded. I would recommend that you review your contract and the provisions relating to termination.
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