Thanks to all of you for your insights and responses. The guys are not electricians, apparently, nor did they report the electrical work when they got their permit with the town. I’m certain their permit was for the outside construction work. Town permits office wouldn’t have known they were also doing electrical. I’ve already had the row with him about the stolen paint, and i’m honestly afraid to antagonize him further. The nice electrician (recommended by town permits office) fixed the problems $300 . He did state correctly that dishonest workers often see us seniors (I’m female , 69, alone) as targets. It’s so discouraging.