Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "home improvement" means any alteration, repair, or other modification of residential property. However, this chapter does not apply to the original construction of a dwelling. As added by P.L.251-1987, SEC.4.
"Home improvement" defined
Ind. Code § 35-43-6-3, under Home Improvement Fraud.
Ind. Code § 35-43-6-3