WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) — Joanne Walsh searched online to find a contractor to build a deck on her home in Warwick. But after she gave the contractor thousands of dollars for the job, he never showed up.

Choosing the new-construction route comes with challenges like cost overruns, permitting delays and supply-chain issues, but also the promise of getting a fully customized home. Credit...Kate Warren ...

Fayetteville took legal action against contractors on major projects. We asked mayoral candidates how to ensure the same ...