This Remodeling Contract Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [DATE] by and between:

[Your Name/Business Name]

 
 

, a [Your Business Structure (e.g., LLC, Corporation)] located at [Your Address] ("Contractor"), and

[Client Name], residing at [Client Address] ("Client").

WHEREAS, Contractor is a licensed and insured professional contractor providing remodeling services; and

WHEREAS, Client desires to engage Contractor to perform certain remodeling work on the property located at [Property Address] (the "Property"); and

WHEREAS, Contractor desires to provide such services.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing premises and the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

  1. Project Description: The scope of work to be performed by Contractor under this Agreement is as follows (attach a detailed description of the project, including specifications and materials):
  • [Detailed Description of Work]

  1. Contract Price: The total price for the project shall be [Dollar Amount] ("Contract Price"). This price includes labor, materials, permits, and other fees associated with the project (specify if there are separate line items for these costs).

  2. Payment Schedule: Client agrees to pay Contractor according to the following schedule:

  • [Percentage]% upon signing this Agreement
  • [Percentage]% upon completion of [Milestone 1]
  • [Percentage]% upon completion of [Milestone 2]
  • [Balance]% upon final completion and inspection of the project

  1. Change Orders: Any changes to the scope of work described in Section 1 must be agreed upon by both parties in writing and documented in a Change Order. Change Orders will reflect adjustments to the Contract Price and completion schedule.

  2. Project Schedule: The estimated start date for the project is [Start Date] and the estimated completion date is [Completion Date]. Delays caused by unforeseen circumstances or changes requested by Client will be documented and may adjust the completion date.

  3. Permits and Inspections: Contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and approvals for the project. Client is responsible for any fees associated with permits. All inspections required by code will be facilitated by Contractor.

  4. Materials and Workmanship: Contractor agrees to use high-quality materials and perform all work in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with applicable building codes and industry standards.

  5. Warranty: Contractor warrants that all work performed under this Agreement will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of [Number] year(s) from the date of completion (specify exclusions, if any).

  6. Insurance: Contractor shall maintain general liability and workers' compensation insurance throughout the project term. Client is responsible for maintaining property insurance on the Property.

  7. Termination: This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon written notice for cause, such as material breach of contract or abandonment of the project. In the event of termination, outstanding payments will be settled based on the percentage of work completed.

  8. Default: If either party defaults on their obligations under this Agreement, the non-defaulting party may pursue legal action to recover damages or enforce the terms of the Agreement.

  9. Notices: All notices and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified or registered mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier, addressed as follows:

    If to Contractor: [Your Address]

    If to Client: [Client Address]

  10. Dispute Resolution: Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be settled by [Dispute Resolution Method (e.g., mediation, arbitration)] in accordance with the laws of the State of [Your State] (USA) or the Province of [Your Province] (Canada).

  11. Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.

  12. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

  13. Waiver: No waiver by either party of any breach or default hereunder shall be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach or default.

  14. Assignment: This Agreement may not be assigned by either party without the prior written consent of the other party.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

Contractor:

[Your Signature]

[Your Name/Business Name]

Client:

[Client Signature]

[Client Name]