SIGNING A PROPOSAL OR CONTRACT:

A contract spells out the who, what, where, when, and cost of your project. It should be clear, concise, and complete. Before signing make sure it contains:

  • Contractor's name, address, phone, and license number (If required)
  • Payment schedule
  • Estimated start and completion date
  • Contractor's obligation to obtain all necessary permits
  • How change orders will be handled
  • What the contractor will and will not do



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