[RWebb]

Oregon has a procedure via the Construction Contractor's Board that does not require an attorney - it is mediation basically. 1 year limit.

Maybe Wash. does too. Work fast.

Also, complain to the contractor and see what happens -- you can tell them you will file with the Wash. Attorney General's office too.

If the cost to fix is less than $10k then an attorney will not help you much due to the cost of paying one.

If you have two uncles - one of whom is an attorney, and the other is named "Luigi" then you are in good shape.