Contractor Breach of Contract in Nevada: What Homeowners Need to Know
From the Legal Team at TerribleContractors.com – We Hold Bad Builders Accountable
When you sign a construction contract, you expect the contractor to deliver on their promises—on time, on budget, and according to plan. But what happens when the contractor breaks the agreement, ignores the terms, or walks away from the job?

 

At TerribleContractors.com, we help Nevada homeowners take action when contractors breach their contracts and leave clients with broken promises, unfinished work, and expensive repairs.

 

What Is a Contractor Breach of Contract?
A breach of contract occurs when a contractor fails to meet the obligations laid out in a written or verbal agreement—without a valid excuse or legal justification.

 

Common Contractor Breaches:

• Failing to complete the work

• Using the wrong materials

• Ignoring plans or specifications

• Missing deadlines without cause

• Overcharging or inflating costs

• Hiring unlicensed or unqualified subcontractors

• Performing work not up to code

• Abandoning the project

 

Whether the breach is major or minor, you may have legal grounds to seek compensation or cancel the contract entirely.

 

Nevada Law on Construction Contracts
Under Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) and basic contract law, both parties must act in good faith and fulfill their obligations.
Key Legal Protections:

• NRS Chapter 624 – Regulates licensed contractors and their responsibilities

• NRS Chapter 40 – Covers construction defects, delays, and related damages

• Civil courts in Nevada allow you to sue for breach of contract and seek:

  • Financial damages

  • Cost of repair or replacement

  • Cancellation or rescission of contract

  • Attorney’s fees and legal costs

 

If your contractor has violated your agreement, you do not have to absorb the loss.

 

How to Prove Breach of Contract
To succeed in a legal claim, you must show:

1. A valid contract existed (written, verbal, or implied)

2. You fulfilled your obligations or were ready to do so

3. The contractor failed to perform or violated the terms

4. You suffered damages as a result

 

We help clients gather and present clear evidence, including:

• Contracts and change orders

• Payment records and invoices

• Communications (texts, emails, photos)

• Expert inspections or reports

• Witness statements, if needed

 

What Are Your Legal Options?
If a contractor breached your agreement, here’s how we can help you respond:

 

1. Send a Demand Letter

We’ll draft and send a formal legal notice demanding compliance, payment, or contract correction. This often gets quick results without court involvement.

 

2. File a Complaint with the NSCB
The Nevada State Contractors Board enforces licensing standards. If your contractor breached the contract, they may face:

• License suspension or revocation

• Disciplinary hearings

• Fines and penalties

• Restitution orders

 

3. File a Civil Lawsuit
We can file a lawsuit against the contractor to recover:

• Direct financial losses

• Repair or replacement costs

• Emotional distress (in some cases)

• Attorney’s fees

• Interest and penalties

 

4. Pursue a Bond or Insurance Claim
Licensed Nevada contractors must carry:

• A surety bond (available through the NSCB)

• Liability insurance or E&O coverage

 

We’ll file claims with the appropriate providers to help maximize your recovery.

 

Why Hire TerribleContractors.com?

 

We’re not a general law firm—we’re Nevada’s dedicated legal team for bad contractor cases. If you were wronged, we’ll:

• Review your contract and scope of work

• Identify every legal and financial claim you may have

• Handle communications, filings, and negotiations

• Represent you in court, mediation, or arbitration

• Help you move forward with a trusted, licensed professional

 

Take Action Before It’s Too Late

 

Under Nevada law, you have a limited time to file a breach of contract claim—often 4 to 6 years, depending on your case. The sooner you act, the better your chances of recovery.