Andrew,a carpenter,entered into a contract with Steven for the construction of a garage on Steven's property for $5,000.Andrew had constructed the entire garage except for the small door,when he refused to complete the contract.Andrew's refusal to complete the agreement would entitle Steven to treat the contract as being at an end.He may therefore refuse to pay Andrew for his work.

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Steven cannot refuse to pay Andrew for the work already completed. He may be entitled to deduct the cost of completing the work from the contract price, but he must pay for the substantial performance already rendered.

Andrew,a Carpenter,entered into a Contract with Steven for the Construction