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I would go on the offensive. Let him find out that you are not kidding around and don't take threats lightly. I would talk to the meanest son of a ***** lawyer in town tomorrow morning and turn him loose. Sure it will cost you some money but still better than a lien on you home and the mess that entails. Next time he calls and wants something tell him no and ask him if he has heard from your attorney yet. He most likely cannot afford an attorney in which case you might be able to get some money back or at least a release, job completed, paid in full, etc. Let us know how it goes. Spencer
Don't forget to get either recorded statements or written statement from the people who said the work was bad. This is key.