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This question is cross posted https://law.stackexchange.com/questions/13995/a-plumber-left-the-job-in-the-middle-how-do-i-close-out-the-job because it was put on hold as off topic for DIY. (It has gotten more views on DIY than on LAW. I suggest reopening it here.)

I gave a plumber $2,000. That is about half of the price on his proposal.

The plumber is no longer on the job. (See Plumber asking for a lot more money, after starting work.)

What steps should I take to do the following:
A. Make sure the plumber does not put a lien on my property for the full price.
B. Get a refund of the money not used. (The plumber was here for 4 hours w an assistant and bought some 50 feel of 2" black pipe and fittings. That probably does not cost $2,000.)

Would taking him to small claims court be a reasonable way to get the job closed out?

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Make sure the plumber does not put a lien on my property for the full price.

Hire a lawyer.

Get a refund of the money not used

See the answer to the first one.

Honestly, I'd tell the plumber to consider the payment you gave "paid in full for services rendered" and let it go. Life's too short to deal with shoddy contractors...

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