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James Matthew Leach

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1 out of 5 stars, based on 1 review

By J S.

March 22, 2019

Build a pole barn

$14,000

Dishonest. Unreliable and unorganized. Took money and showed up approx 5 times over a 4 month period and never finished job for a basic pole barn. Contract stated 2-4 weeks.

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License #	2101158350
Status	Active
State	Michigan
Type	Residential Builder Individual

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License #	2101158350
Status	Active
State	Michigan
Type	Residential Builder Individual

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License #	2101158350
Status	Active
State	Michigan
Type	Builder Individual

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