Louisiana Siding Contractor Package
Understanding this form package
The Louisiana Siding Contractor Package includes essential legal documents specifically designed for siding contractors, owners, or subcontractors. This package contains everything needed to assert legal rights, manage claims, and navigate significant legal issues during siding projects, including a siding contract that complies with Louisiana state law. By using this package, you can streamline your legal processes and ensure you have the appropriate forms at your disposal.
Forms you’ll find in this package
Common use cases
This form package is useful in various scenarios, such as:
- Entering into contracts for siding projects with homeowners or subcontractors.
- Making changes to existing contracts through change orders.
- Documenting the completion of siding work with a Certificate of Completion.
- Ensuring compliance with worker safety regulations during the project.
- Tracking equipment usage and bid submissions.
Who this form package is for
- Siding contractors looking for official documentation for their projects.
- Homeowners hiring siding contractors to ensure their rights are protected.
- Siding subcontractors who require formal documentation for their work.
- Project managers overseeing siding projects that need organized records.
How to complete these forms
- Review all included forms to ensure you understand their purpose and requirements.
- Identify the parties involved in the siding project and gather necessary information.
- Enter dates, signatures, and any project-specific details in the relevant fields.
- Ensure all forms required for your project, such as the Siding Contract and Change Order, are correctly filled out.
- Keep copies of all completed forms for your records and future reference.
Do forms in this package need to be notarized?
Notarization is generally not required for forms in this package. However, specific circumstances or local laws may require it. You can complete notarization remotely through US Legal Forms, powered by Notarize, with 24/7 availability.
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Download a copy, print it, send it by email, or mail it via USPS—whatever works best for your next step.
Sign and collect signatures with our SignNow integration. Send to multiple recipients, set reminders, and more. Go Premium to unlock E-Sign.
If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
We protect your documents and personal data by following strict security and privacy standards.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to complete all necessary forms, which can lead to legal gaps.
- Not including proper dates and signatures on contracts and forms.
- Overlooking required safety protocols in the Worker Safety and Health Plan.
- Submitting change orders without prior discussion or agreement with all parties.
Benefits of using this package online
- Convenience of downloading forms that are readily available and easy to use.
- Editability of forms allows customization to fit specific project needs.
- Access to professionally drafted documents created by licensed attorneys.
- Cost savings of over 40% compared to purchasing individual forms separately.
Legal use & context
- The forms included in this package are designed to protect your legal interests in siding projects.
- Maintaining comprehensive records can help prevent disputes and clarify expectations.
- Using these forms appropriately can enhance enforceability in case of legal issues.
What to keep in mind
- The Louisiana Siding Contractor Package provides essential forms for siding projects.
- Use this package to streamline project management and legal compliance.
- Key forms include a siding contract, safety plan, and completion certificate.
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Frankly, while the LP SmartSide warranty lasts 20 years beyond Hardie's, it is prorated, so it loses value every year, and most homeowners are ready for a siding change by that time anyway.
The most common issue we still see is swelling at the edges with some panels clearly delaminating. It's pretty clear that swelled, recalled, moisture-compromised LP siding should be replaced. With a thorough inspection, nearly all composite fiberboard, hardboard or OSB siding has failed.
LP SmartSide® is a great product that I have yet to find a single failure on, but I suspect I'll be seeing failures soon enough, because I find installation errors on nearly every home I inspect. If you install LP SmartSideA®, don't make these mistakes.
Louisiana Pacific's Inner Seal siding, commonly referred to as LP fits this bill. Inner Seal siding exploded onto the market in the early 1990's and at least in the Western Washington area, many of t.
LP SmartSide cost: $2.00 to $4.00 per square foot for siding and all trim accessories. LP SmartSide installation: $5.00 to $10.00 per square foot. LP SmartSide total cost: $7.00 14.00 per square foot.
The materials are naturally resistant to rot and insects. LP SmartSide Construction: LP Building Products makes SmartSide siding from wood strands that have been coated with wax for moisture resistance and bonded with resin and other binders.
LP SmartSide® is a great product that I have yet to find a single failure on, but I suspect I'll be seeing failures soon enough, because I find installation errors on nearly every home I inspect. If you install LP SmartSideA®, don't make these mistakes.
Once the contractors believed in the product, the information was passed to the homeowners, including the following advantages: LP SmartSide has superior moisture protection and strength, longer lengths than Hardie (162032 over 122032), less weight than Hardie, and is less expensive to install (no special cutting tools
LP had just gone through the fiasco of their earlier Oriented Strand Board (OSB) siding product, Inner Seal, which had major problems. It was plagued with rot and swelling, and once that process started the paint would no longer hold. LP had to settle a class action lawsuit and resolve homeowners' claims.