The time has come that I finally get a new paint job on my 1974 Warrior. It’s been two years in the making and I have chosen a reputable company in Zephyrhills FL. I'm looking for advice on ways to protect myself and investment. I will be signing a contract and leaving a sizable down payment for this work. Is it best to run this through a credit card for protection, or will a check be just as good. I have the funds in my savings account. I plan on getting everything in writing so there is no question to the work to be performed. Is there anything else I should do during this process. I know many of you have been through this process and can warn me of pitfalls you may have encountered. I am super excited, as I have never had a pretty shiny Plane before!