Need to fix up your home? Protect yourself before hiring a contractor.

Need to fix up your home? Protect yourself before hiring a contractor.

New license requirements for home improvement contractors are coming, but they're not here yet. Here's how to protect your home.Canva illustration for NJ.com

Summer is prime time for home improvements.

But before you hire a contractor to fix up your home, it’s essential to understand what’s required of a home contractor today.

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