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WV SB760

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Patricia Rucker

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all residential improvement contracts to include an express warranty guaranteeing work meets building codes, zoning ordinances, and accepted building practices, with defect-free materials unless otherwise agreed by the homeowner

  • Mandates a minimum one-year warranty from substantial completion for major systems including foundation, roof, septic, plumbing, electrical, structural elements, windows, and doors

  • Prohibits contractors from excluding, modifying, or limiting any express or implied warranties or legal remedies for breach of warranty, voiding any such contract provisions

  • Requires arbitration or alternative dispute resolution proceedings to be held within 50 miles of the residence, with such contract clauses displayed conspicuously in bold, capitalized text

  • Adds failure to offer compliant contracts or remedy construction defects as grounds for disciplinary action by the Contractor Licensing Board, with penalties including license revocation, suspension, or fines up to $1,000

Legislative Description

Establishing certain rights for purchasers of residential improvements

Labor

Last Action

To Government Organization

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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