Lois v. Stuart

DOWD, Judge.

Homeowner appeals the decision in a court-tried case filed by a contractor seeking payment for services rendered. We affirm.

*137The evidence most favorable to the trial court's decision is as follows. In 1986, appellant initiated construction of a residence for his personal use. He hired Aaron Orr, who he knew through mutual employment in the construction industry, to install the inside plumbing on the home. In late 1986, appellant asked Mr. Orr if he knew of anyone who could install a septic tank. Mr. Orr contacted respondent Matt Baraba, a friend who operated a sewer business, and…