A. I wonder how the contractor knows that the paper is hiding imperfections in the wall.

With day laborer licenses, the contractors would immediately know the status of workers hired.

The contractors knew precisely what the terms of the contract were for.

For the next owner, the good news is that eight or nine local contractors know Bob's place inside and out.

He did not believe in letting his contractors know more than was necessary.

"The contractors know that, so they're always looking to undercut the official hiring sites."

Now, she says, her contractor knows not to send people over to see the house.

You don't know if the contractor you hire knows what he's doing in this area.

Make sure your contractor knows he's in charge of getting all the required permits and approvals for the project.

Given the nature of contracting, employers did not provide health insurance or other benefits and some contractors didn't know which day would be their last.