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How much deposit can a Nevada HVAC contractor ask for?
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| Rule | What Nevada law says | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit cap | No more than $1,000 or 10 percent of the price, whichever is less, unless the contractor has a $100,000 consumer protection bond or Board relief. | (source: Nevada Legislature) checked November 2, 2026 |
| Breaking the cap | The contract is voidable by the owner. | (source: Nevada Legislature) checked November 2, 2026 |
| Progress payments | No more than 100 percent of the value of work done, unless a payment and performance bond is included in the price. | (source: Nevada Legislature) checked November 2, 2026 |
| Receipts | You get a signed receipt for any money paid. | (source: Nevada Legislature) checked November 2, 2026 |
| Abandoned job | If the job is abandoned with less done than you paid for, it is grounds for discipline unless the contractor refunds the excess within 30 days. | (source: Nevada Legislature) checked November 2, 2026 |
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Sources
- Nevada Legislature (Legislative Counsel Bureau): NRS 624.970 (residential improvement contracts) (checked November 2, 2026)
- Nevada Legislature (Legislative Counsel Bureau): NRS 624.301 (abandonment and failure to honor a contract or warranty) (checked November 2, 2026)
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