Looking for advice on filing a claim in Small Claims Court [View all]

I recently had my bathroom remodeled and the contractor did a TERRIBLE job on the shower tile floor. After doing some research on installing pebble tile I discovered he installed it incorrectly (i.e. should have sealed the tile before grouting and used the wrong grout). I have texts where he agrees the work is not satisfactory and that he would fix it but it has been over 2 months now and he keeps putting me off. He said he would come out last week but when I texted him the night before he responded saying "I’m glad you messaged me , Jennifer and I are feeling a little cruddy and probably shouldn’t be in your home this week." Unfortunately, he has been paid.


The Georgia Magistrate Council's website with the forms states the following:

1. THE MAGISTRATE COURT CAN ONLY GIVE YOU A JUDGMENT FOR MONEY THAT IS OWED YOU—IT CAN’T ORDER SOMEONE TO DO OR NOT DO SOMETHING.



In this case, I would like to have someone that is competent fix the shower.

I live in Gwinnett but he lives in Winder so the case would be filed in Barrow County.

Should I consult an attorney before filing the claim thus adding to my costs?

Any advice or suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks