From siding to roof replacement procedures, no home improvement project should be started without a formal contract. Contracts are necessary as they formalize the work you plan on getting done in your home, and itemize the expenses you’ll incur. Should misunderstandings occur, you’ll have a legal and binding document to refer to.
Here are the items that should be outlined in your contract:
Scope of Work
Home improvement companies should explicitly state the nature and scope of work to be done. The contract should explain each part of the job in full detail. As a homeowner, it’s your duty to question any aspect of the contract that you don’t understand. Doing so will ensure that you and your contractor are on the same page, saving you from possible misunderstandings later on.
Materials
The contract must include specifics on materials for use in your project. For instance, if you’re having a siding project done, the contract should state whether you’ve chosen vinyl, aluminum or wood siding along with the price of the material. Keep in mind that you cannot base your choice of materials merely on aesthetic choice alone. There may be code requirements in your area. Make sure to consult your contractor about this.
Work Duration
The start date of the project is generally easy to determine and should be in your contract. Pinning down an end date may be more challenging depending on the scope of the project, availability of materials and other factors. Good contractors, however, will come as close to it as possible. The work duration portion of the contract may also include payment schedules and schemes. This way, you can make sure you’ve budgeted appropriately and will be able to meet the milestones in your project.
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