The promisor who substantially performs is generally entitled to the contract price less any damage the other party has suffered as a result of the defective performance.

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This is the principle of substantial performance, where if the promisor has made a good faith effort to perform the contract, but there are minor defects or omissions, they may still be entitled to the contract price less any damages the other party has suffered due to the defective performance.

The Promisor Who Substantially Performs Is Generally Entitled to the Contract