Demolition Contract

You shouldn't pay more than 10 percent of the estimated contract price upfront, according to the Contractors State License Board.

In contract actions the applicable contract statute of limitations expires, regardless of discovery, six years after substantial completion of construction, or during the period within six years after the termination of the services enumerated in RCW 4.16.

Licensed general contractors can perform a wide variety of work. It can be earthmoving, plumbing, electrical, foundations, framing, or roofing work.In the State of California there are three distinct classes of general contractor. General Contractor Type A can perform large projects that require engineering knowledge.

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).

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.

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.

Avoid companies that require an upfront deposit of more than 10 percent. Try to include language in the contract that holds back a percentage of the total price, called a retainage, until you're sure the work was done well. A 10 percent retainage is common for residential remodeling work.

In Washington state are authorized to perform work in a variety of trades/crafts, including (but not limited to) boiler/steam fitting, cabinetry, and closet installations. To register as a general contractor, applicants must: Be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.

Construction Contractors Must Be Registered. Washington State requires all construction contractors to register with L&I.Once registered, contractors can bid, advertise, and perform construction work. This can include constructing, remodeling, repairing and demolishing buildings, roads and other real property.