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Every contractor I've worked with has taken 50% up front and 50% when the job is finished. This is normal. One thing I would recommend is you vet your contractor thoroughly--check reviews, make sure they have a legitimate website, testimonials etc...
A contractor agreement should describe the scope of work, contract terms, contract duration, and the confidentiality agreement. It should also include a section for the two parties to sign and make the agreement official. If the contract doesn't meet these requirements, it may be inadmissible in a court of law.
My current company, we do things in halves: half at signing, half upon completion. Getting a percentage up front gives the contractor the ability to order materials and such for the job without as much of a burden on their own accounts.
What to avoid in construction contracts Unclear scope of work and specifications: An ambiguous scope of work can cause misinterpretation. Missing change order procedures: Not having change order procedures is a risk as construction projects rarely go exactly ing to plan.