Pennsylvania Siding Contract for Contractor
About this form
The Siding Contract for Contractor is a legal document that outlines the agreement between siding contractors and property owners. It serves to regulate the terms of siding installation, whether based on a cost-plus or fixed fee payment arrangement. This contract includes important elements such as change orders, work site details, insurance, and warranty provisions, ensuring compliance with Pennsylvania law.
What’s included in this form
- Project description and scope of work
- Payment terms: cost-plus or fixed fee arrangement
- Change order provisions and approval requirements
- Installation details and materials to be used
- Insurance requirements and liability coverage
- Terms regarding permits and regulatory approvals
Situations where this form applies
This form should be used when a property owner wishes to hire a siding contractor for installation work. It is applicable in situations where clear expectations and responsibilities must be documented to avoid misunderstandings during or after the project. Use this contract when the scope of work needs to be defined, and payment terms are to be established beforehand.
Who should use this form
This form is intended for:
- Property owners looking to have siding installed or repaired
- Siding contractors providing installation services
- Individuals or businesses operating in the construction or home improvement sector in Pennsylvania
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the parties involved: fill in the names and contact information of both the contractor and property owner.
- Define the scope of work: clearly specify the details of the siding installation, including materials and dimensions.
- Choose payment terms: indicate whether the payment will be based on a fixed fee or a cost-plus arrangement.
- Obtain necessary permits: ensure that the contractor applies for any required local permits and regulatory approvals.
- Review and sign: both parties must review the entire contract and provide signatures to finalize the agreement.
Does this document require notarization?
In most cases, this form does not require notarization. However, some jurisdictions or signing circumstances might. US Legal Forms offers online notarization powered by Notarize, accessible 24/7 for a quick, remote process.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to define the scope of work clearly, leading to misunderstandings.
- Not obtaining necessary permits before beginning work.
- Neglecting to document change orders in writing, which can create disputes later.
- Assuming verbal agreements are sufficient; all modifications should be captured in writing.
- Overlooking the insurance requirements specified in the contract.
Benefits of using this form online
- Convenient access: download and complete the contract at your convenience.
- Editability: easily customize the form to meet your specific project needs.
- Reliability: ensure compliance with legal standards, especially tailored for Pennsylvania law.
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In California, the state limits advance payment at the time of contract signing to 10% of the total estimated job cost or $1,000, whichever amount is lower! All payments thereafter are supposed to be made for work performed or for materials delivered to the job site.
Contractors can legally only ask for 1/3 of the contract price up front. It's considered fraud if a substantial portion of the work is not performed in the time requested, or more than 45 days go by without work being done.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania currently has no licensure or certification requirements for most construction contractors (or their employees).
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania currently has no licensure or certification requirements for most construction contractors (or their employees).
If the contractor requests a large sum of money before work has begun, Mozen says you should ask specifically what types of work or materials those payments are covering.Contractors sometimes have other motives, other than purchasing materials, when they ask for large amounts of money in advance, Fowler says.
Estimates, generally, must be professionally reasonable. A 10-20% overage might be considered reasonable, especially if the contractor discovered issues along the way that he couldn't have been aware of initially (for example, mold or flooding).
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A: It's not uncommon for contractors to ask for a down payment up front to secure your spot on their schedule or purchase some of the job materials in advance. Asking for more than half of the project cost up front, though, is a big red flag.I recommend tying payments to progress made during the job.
Fortunately, Pennsylvania does a fairly good job of providing options to resolve your contractor dispute. Your first and least expensive option is to make a formal complaint to the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office. If you go to the website attorneygeneral.gov there is an option to File a Complaint.