Remodeling contract template

This Remodeling Contract (the "Contract") is made on Contract date between Contractor business name, license number License number (the "Contractor"), and Homeowner name (the "Homeowner").

1. The property

The work will be done at Property address. The Homeowner confirms they own the property or have the owner's written permission for this work.

2. Plans and scope of work

The work follows these plans and specifications: Plans and specifications. The Contractor will supply the labor, materials, equipment and supervision for:

• Demolition: Demolition.
• Framing and structural work: Framing and structural work.
• Electrical, plumbing and HVAC: Mechanical work.
• Insulation, drywall and paint: Drywall and finishes.
• Flooring, trim and doors: Flooring and trim.
• Other work: Other work.

Work not described in this section or in the plans is not included.

3. Allowances

The price includes these allowances for items the Homeowner will choose:

• Flooring: Flooring allowance
• Light fixtures: Lighting allowance
• Plumbing fixtures: Plumbing fixture allowance
• Other: Other allowance item, Other allowance amount

Each allowance covers the cost of the item itself; installation is included in the price. If a selection costs more than its allowance, the difference plus Markup on overages percent percent is added by change order; if it costs less, the difference is credited. The Homeowner will make all selections by Selection deadline, and late selections may delay the schedule. Homeowner's initials: Allowance initials

4. Schedule

Work is expected to start on or about Estimated start date and take about Estimated weeks weeks. The schedule is extended by change orders, late selections, inspection timing, weather, material delays and hidden conditions under section 7. The Contractor will update the Homeowner on progress at least weekly.

5. Price and payment schedule

The total price is Contract price, paid as follows:

1. Deposit: Deposit when this Contract is signed.
2. Payment 2 when Payment 2 milestone.
3. Payment 3 when Payment 3 milestone.
4. The balance at substantial completion, except Punch list holdback, which is paid when the punch list in section 11 is finished.

Each payment is due within Days to pay days of the Contractor's invoice for that milestone. Accepted payment methods: Payment methods.

6. Change orders

Any change to the work, the allowances, the price or the schedule must be set out in a written change order signed by both parties before the changed work starts. Each change order states the work added or removed, its price, and its effect on the schedule.

7. Hidden conditions

If demolition or later work reveals a condition that couldn't reasonably be seen before, such as rot, mold, termite damage, outdated or unsafe wiring or plumbing, or a structural problem, the Contractor will stop work in that area, show the Homeowner, and propose a change order. To keep the house safe or weather-tight, the Contractor may make urgent repairs costing up to Urgent repair cap without waiting, and will document them. Asbestos and lead hazards will be handled by qualified specialists, at the Homeowner's cost.

8. Permits and inspections

The Contractor will obtain the permits the work needs and schedule the required inspections. Permit fees are included in the price. Work will be left open for inspection where the inspector requires it.

9. Living in the home during the work

Work hours are Work hours. The Contractor will put up dust barriers where practical, protect floors along the path to the work area, and clean up daily. The Homeowner will keep children and pets out of the work areas, remove valuables, and give the crew access to Crew bathroom and power. Areas off limits to the crew: Areas off limits.

10. Subcontractors and lien waivers

The Contractor may use licensed subcontractors and is responsible for their work. With each payment after the deposit, the Contractor will provide its own lien waiver for the amount paid and, on request, waivers from the subcontractors and suppliers paid from the previous payment.

11. Completion and punch list

The work is substantially complete when it can be used for its purpose with only minor items left. The parties will then walk through together and make a written punch list, which the Contractor will finish within Punch list days days.

12. Warranty

The Contractor warrants its workmanship for Workmanship warranty in years year(s) from substantial completion and will repair defects in its work at no charge. Products carry their makers' warranties. The warranty does not cover normal wear, settling and minor drywall cracks, damage from misuse or lack of maintenance, or work done by others.

13. Insurance, cancellation and general terms

The Contractor carries general liability insurance, and workers' compensation where the law requires it, and will show proof on request. If this Contract was signed at the Homeowner's home, the Homeowner may have a legal right to cancel within three business days, and the Contractor will provide a written notice explaining how. The parties will try to settle disagreements by talking first. This Contract, with its plans and change orders, is the whole agreement, and is governed by the laws of the state of State. Electronic signatures count as original signatures.

Homeowner contact details

Phone: Homeowner phone Email: Homeowner email

I have read sections 3 and 7, on allowances and hidden conditions.