Georgia Contractor Dispute Demand Letter
O.C.G.A. § 43-41-1 et seq.
Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors
30 days
A contractor dispute — whether the work was abandoned, never finished, or so defective it needs to be torn out and redone — is one of the most stressful situations a homeowner can face. Georgia law provides real recourse. Under O.C.G.A. § 43-41-1 et seq., contractors are licensed and regulated by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, and there are formal mechanisms to hold them accountable.
The most important thing you can do right now is get your dispute in writing. Georgia law recognizes a right-to-cure process — giving the contractor 30 days to address the defects before you pursue other remedies. A formal demand letter starts that clock. A demand letter documents exactly what was promised, what went wrong, what you've already paid, and what you're demanding — whether that's a refund, completion of work, or payment for the cost to hire a replacement contractor.
DemandFast generates a Georgia-specific contractor demand letter that cites O.C.G.A. § 43-41-1 et seq., references the contractor's licensing obligations under Georgia law, and formally demands remedy within a specified timeframe. The letter is formatted for certified mail so you have proof of delivery. If your contractor ignores it, you have a complete paper trail ready for a licensing board complaint or small claims court.
File complaint with the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. Licensing board complaints carry real consequences for contractors — loss of license, fines, and a public record of the complaint. Many contractors respond to a demand letter precisely to avoid that outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What law governs contractor disputes in Georgia?
Georgia contractor work is regulated under O.C.G.A. § 43-41-1 et seq.. Contractors must be licensed through the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. Unlicensed work may void the contractor's right to payment and give you additional remedies.
Do I need to give my contractor a chance to fix the work in Georgia?
Georgia law recognizes a right-to-cure period, and best practice is to give the contractor 30 days to remedy the defect before pursuing other remedies. A formal written demand letter starts that clock and creates a paper trail.
How do I file a complaint against a contractor in Georgia?
File complaint with the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. A formal demand letter often resolves disputes without a complaint — but if your contractor ignores it, you have documented evidence to support your filing.