[Dave Willis]

I wouldn't worry if you lost it - horrible work. Every clean is a first clean on scabby houses then some jobsworth goes round and inspects them. I'd had enough after cleaning for a day for someone else.

[Walter Mitty]

I agree with Spruce . Tell contractor your price still stands then wait til newbie gets it all wrong . If newbie asks you to help him out say no . Hopefully you will then get contract back. As soon as people move in start canvasing.

Of course there is nothing wrong with Keyser soze  sowing seeds of doubt in his customers head while he is 'washing his hands of the newbie's involvement. 

Looks like Keyser soze has a ring side seat for this performance.

If I can come and watch, I will supply the popcorn.