Atlanta Roofing - The Contract: What You Need To Include!

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THE CONTRACT: WHAT YOU NEED TO INCLUDE!
If youve taken the time to find a quality, trustworthy contractor who you feel completely comfortable with, then its time to draw up a complete and clear contract that spells everything out to the letter.
Following is a checklist to follow when reviewing the contract. For your own protection, make sure that the items on this list are included. Youll be glad you took the time to do it.
Your Contract Checklist:
The contractors name, address and the name of any salesperson that solicited or negotiated the contract.
The approximate dates (not number of working days) when the work will begin and be substantially completed. Never assume that a certain home remodeling project will take a certain length of time. Ask how long and get it in writing in your contract.
A description of the work to be done, a description of the materials and equipment to be used or installed, and the price for the workanything your contractor has verbally promised, pledged, guaranteed, warranted, asserted, denoted, agreed to, or vowed.
A copy of all detailed specifications, drawings, or blueprints (if applicable). The proposal should show the options and differences in roofing material warranties, including the expected performance and lifespan of the shingles, slate, tile or wood shakes.
The proposal should detail other parameters such as roofing material and ventilation options, flashing details, protection of existing outdoor fixtures and landscaping, possible roof decking replacement costs and removal of debris.
A schedule of payments showing the amount of each payment in dollars and cents.
A Notice to Owner regarding your states lien laws, and the rights and responsibilities of the owner of the property.
Checklist for Homeowners and information about commercial general liability insurance.
A description of what constitutes substantial completion of work. Basically, substantial completion means that a job is finished (i.e., its usable for the purposes for which it was intended), but still has a few fine points to be completed.
A notice that the failure of the contractor, without lawful excuse, to substantially commence work within 20 days from the approximate date specified in the contract when work is to begin, is a violation of the Contractors License Law.
Pre-work, ongoing and post-work site cleanup procedures.
Late-completion penalties.

About the Author:
Tim McLoughlin is president of KTM Roofing, a family-owned and operated roofing company that has serviced thousands of homeowners in the Atlanta area since 1984. KTMs services include: Roofing, Gutters & Gutter Toppers, Energy Audits, Blown-in Insulation, Radiant Barrier, Attic, Stair Tent & Water Heater Wraps. To find out more about Atlanta Roofing & KTM Roofing click here: North Georgia Roofing



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