He had me fooled. He did not contact 811 before installing a fence around my pool and did not pay the $1800 to fix the gas line that runs from the pool heater to the crawl space. The gas line still is not holding enough pressure, which means it will cost me even more money.
His employee also spilled Muric acid on the pool deck, disfiguring the surface.
He installed a fence around the backyard, and to close the gates properly, I must push the gate up with my foot to lock it. He assured me he would come out to look at the fences: that was in February. I have yet to hear from him.
I contacted the city about another permit and was told that no permit was given for either fence.
When I first met with Thomas, I had another project for him that was beyond his abilities, which I realized after the issues with the fences. He quoted me $5300 for the job: I gave him a check for $1100 deposit, I paid for the gas line ($1800) because he would not pay for it, he told me not to worry about it, that he would take care of it. In addition, he was given a check for $2200 in January, have asked for receipts several times, and have not heard from him.
I realize that I will not be reimbursed for any of the deposits - lesson learned read more