The Plaintiffs sought default judgment against the self-represented Defendants for deficient cottage repairs and stolen items after the Statement of Defence was struck due to a "pattern of deliberate disengagement." The court found the Defendants in breach of contract for negligent work, particularly unauthorized staining and improper deck/railing repairs.
While liability was deemed admitted, damages had to be proven.
The court awarded damages for stain removal, partial staining costs, deck/railing repairs, an inspection report, and stolen items, but dismissed claims for full staining costs and return of all payments for deficient work, finding some claims unreasonable or unsupported.
