News
December 24, 2024

Lawsuits Accuse Vermont Construction of Faulty Work, Overcharging

Caroline Raffetto

Vermont Construction Company faces multiple lawsuits over claims of incomplete work, overcharging, and negligence. Adam Clark and Eva-Marie Cosoroaba, who contracted the company for renovations on their Essex Junction home in 2021, discovered major issues months later, including an improperly installed structural beam and severe wood decay. Their structural engineer described the work as "sub-standard" and "out of sync with normal construction standards."

A couple with a child sits on a couch in a living room. The room has blue walls, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a toy car on the floor.
Adam Clark and his wife Eva Cosoroaba pose with their daughter Keana in the living room of their Essex Junction home on Thursday, December 19. The family uses the living room as an office and bedroom in the wake of alleged sub-standard construction by a contractor. Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger

Clark’s attempts to resolve the issues with the company were unsuccessful, prompting him to sue for breach of contract and negligence, seeking $60,000 in damages. Several other lawsuits against Vermont Construction Company echo similar complaints, with clients accusing the company of charging for uncompleted or poorly executed work.

Large brick building with a dark roof, surrounded by parked cars. Snow covers the ground and rooftops. Power lines are visible overhead. A sign near the building indicates a business entrance.

Despite the legal battles, the company defended its track record in a statement, emphasizing its commitment to quality. However, Vermont’s lack of stringent regulations for residential contractors has raised concerns about consumer protection, with many clients, including Clark, claiming the state’s regulatory system is insufficient for holding companies accountable.

News
December 24, 2024

Lawsuits Accuse Vermont Construction of Faulty Work, Overcharging

Caroline Raffetto
Compliance
Vermont

Vermont Construction Company faces multiple lawsuits over claims of incomplete work, overcharging, and negligence. Adam Clark and Eva-Marie Cosoroaba, who contracted the company for renovations on their Essex Junction home in 2021, discovered major issues months later, including an improperly installed structural beam and severe wood decay. Their structural engineer described the work as "sub-standard" and "out of sync with normal construction standards."

A couple with a child sits on a couch in a living room. The room has blue walls, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a toy car on the floor.
Adam Clark and his wife Eva Cosoroaba pose with their daughter Keana in the living room of their Essex Junction home on Thursday, December 19. The family uses the living room as an office and bedroom in the wake of alleged sub-standard construction by a contractor. Photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger

Clark’s attempts to resolve the issues with the company were unsuccessful, prompting him to sue for breach of contract and negligence, seeking $60,000 in damages. Several other lawsuits against Vermont Construction Company echo similar complaints, with clients accusing the company of charging for uncompleted or poorly executed work.

Large brick building with a dark roof, surrounded by parked cars. Snow covers the ground and rooftops. Power lines are visible overhead. A sign near the building indicates a business entrance.

Despite the legal battles, the company defended its track record in a statement, emphasizing its commitment to quality. However, Vermont’s lack of stringent regulations for residential contractors has raised concerns about consumer protection, with many clients, including Clark, claiming the state’s regulatory system is insufficient for holding companies accountable.