SMITH-HUNTER CONST. CO., INC. v. Hopson

Justice MOORE:

Both parties have appealed the trial court’s order in this action concerning the construction of a house. This matter was certified from the Court of Appeals pursuant to Rule 204(b), SCACR.

FACTS

In 1998, respondent/appellant, Smith-Hunter Construction Company (Builder), filed an affidavit of mechanic’s lien and a complaint. The complaint arose from Builder’s construction of a residence for appellants/respondents (Homeowners) for the amount of $828,363. The complaint set forth three causes of action: (1) foreclosure of a mechanic’s lien; (2) breach of contract; and (3) quantum…