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A homeowner signed a written contract with a contractor to renovate a kitchen for $80,000. The writing stated that it was "the final and complete agreement of the parties" and that the contractor would install "standard maple cabinets." Before signing, the contractor orally promised to install custom walnut cabinets for the same price and orally promised that the renovation would be finished by May 1. The written contract instead stated completion by June 15.
The homeowner also claims that she signed only after the contractor falsely represented that he was licensed. The contractor says evidence of that statement is barred by the written agreement. Finally, after signing, the parties orally agreed to add a pantry for $5,000.
Analyze which evidence is admissible or barred under the parol evidence rule and related exceptions.