Protect Yourself when Working with Custom Home Builders Only work with a licensed contractor. Get the contract in writing. Avoid “lump sum” bids. Talk to several contractors. Tie payments to deliverables. Get proof of payment to suppliers.
EJCDC – Allows liquidated damages for both substantial and final completion. damages and has a built-in clause providing for an early completion bonus. – Not a true warranty; promise to come back and make repairs for first year.
Contract documents contain two technical parts of every design package: 1) construction drawings (sometimes called “blueprints” or “schematics”), and 2) written specifications either directly on the drawings or as an additional booklet.