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    • Name of contractor and contact information. Include the contractor's license number along with phone number, email address, and company address.
    • Name of homeowner and contact information. In addition to the owner's phone number and email address, list the address of the property where work will be done and assert that the homeowner owns the property.
    • Describe property in legal terms. Use the property description found in the deed on record in the county clerk's office.
    • List attachments to the contract. This includes blueprints and any other specifications required for the job.
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  2. FOR HOMEOWNERS. In general, the larger the job, the longer the contract you should use. A short proposal that clearly describes the work and price might be OK for a small repair job but not for large, complicated jobs like additions, large remodels, kitchens and baths, and new homes.

  3. A Residential Construction Contract is used to establish an agreement between a homeowner and contractor to ensure both parties are protected. This document is used to cover the services provided, the compensation, the work schedule, how long the construction lasts, as well as other important things to consider before the construction begins.

    • Introduction to Residential Construction Contracts
    • Lump Sum Or Fixed Price Contract Type
    • Cost Plus Contracts

    Residential construction contracts provide invaluable legal protections to both contractors and homeowners. Several issues will be covered by your residential construction contract, including: 1. The services your contractor will provide. 2. The compensation your contractor will receive. 3. The schedule of your project, including length of construc...

    One of the most common types of construction contract is a lump sum contract, which is also known as a fixed price contract. With this type of contract, construction activities will have a fixed price that you will need to pay. These contracts will frequently include incentives for the contractor if they complete the project ahead of schedule, but ...

    Cost Plus Contracts are another type of construction contract. This contract differs from lump sum contracts in that they include fees for coordinating and managing your project in addition to construction costs. Usually, the fee for coordination and management will be calculated based on the building cost percentage. These contracts will typically...

    • Lump Sum or Fixed Price. In this type of straight-forward construction contract, all construction-related activities will have a fixed price. This can be a good choice if the project has few uncertainties, the scope and schedule are well-defined and project parties agree to all the terms.
    • Cost Plus. In cost-plus contracts, project expenses (materials and labor) are fully reimbursed by the owner, including fees for project management (usually calculated based on the building cost percentage).
    • Guaranteed Maximum Price. A guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract is a blend of lump sum and cost plus contracts. In this type of contract, there is a maximum price for a construction project, beyond which the contractor absorbs additional costs.
    • What Type of Contract is Right for My Project? Before entering negotiations, it is imperative to understand your project type, complexity and scope, as well as evaluate the benefits and disadvantages of the different types of construction contracts available.
  4. In short, a residential construction or residential contractor agreement is a document that outlines the scope and schedule of work a contractor will perform on a clients residence, as well as necessary legal details and terms.

  5. A construction contract is an agreement between two or more parties to perform construction on a project according to certain terms and conditions. These contracts are comprised of general and special conditions.

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