Construction Industry Forms

Write your construction contracts for building and renovation projects with this sample short form agreement for the United Kingdom.

• The builder will furnish labour and materials and build the structure in a workmanlike manner, according to the approved plans.
• The builder will obtain appropriate liability insurance.
• Payment of the contract fee will be made in several instalments.
• If the work is not completed by the agreed completion date, the builder must pay to or allow the owner a rebate as liquidated damages. This does not apply if the delay is due to circumstances outside of the builder's control.
• Buy and download the UK Short Form Construction Contract, and you can use it over and over. You can also customise and edit it as you like.

Set out the terms and conditions for construction of a residential single-family dwelling with this Short Form Construction Contract for USA building contractors.

• The contractor will furnish labor and materials and build the structure according to the approved plans.
• The owner is responsible for arranging building permits, access to the work site, utilities hook-ups, and compliance with zoning requirements.
• The contract price will be paid in several installments.
• The owner must arrange financing and having the site prepared for construction (surveying, staking, excavation, etc).
• The contract template does not contain any State-specific references or language. Those can be easily added if required.
• Writing your project agreements is easy with the USA Short Form Construction Contract. Download the template now.
• Intended to be used only in the United States.

Purpose of the Addendum

This Subcontractor Addendum to Contract is required for all subtrades participating in a construction project. Each subcontractor involved must sign this document to confirm their acceptance of the terms outlined herein.

Acceptance of Terms

By signing the Addendum, the subcontractor acknowledges and agrees to the terms and conditions set forth in the primary contractor's Subcontract. This acceptance is conditional upon the contractor also agreeing to the provisions of this Addendum.

Prevailing Document

If there are any discrepancies or conflicts between this Addendum and other contract documents, the terms specified in this Addendum shall take precedence and will govern the agreement.

Rights of the Subcontractor

The subcontractor is entitled to the same rights against the contractor as the contractor has against the property owner. This ensures a consistent and fair approach to all parties involved in the project.

Contractor Responsibilities

Unless otherwise agreed to in writing by the subcontractor, the contractor is responsible for securing all necessary permits and for providing all required site facilities and utilities needed for the project.

Compensation for Schedule Changes

Should there be a change in the project schedule, the subcontractor is entitled to reimbursement for any extra costs incurred as a result of such changes.

Form Availability

This document is a generic form and is not specific to any country. It is provided in Microsoft Word format for convenience.

UK contractors, retain a subcontractor to provide specific labour or materials for a construction project with this Subcontractor Agreement template.

• Provisions of the Agreement include:
  • scope of work and materials to be provided by the subcontractor;
  • agreed price and payment schedule;
  • payment for additional services;
  • indemnification of the contractor by the subcontractor.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the United Kingdom.

General contractors in the U.S. can use this template Subcontractor Agreement to hire subtrades to provide materials, labor and equipment for a construction project.

• The subcontractor is responsible for paying its own employees and other subcontractors it retains on the job, and for remitting taxes.
• The subcontractor must carry its own liability insurance and worker's compensation insurance.
• The subcontractor is responsible for the actions of its employees and subcontractors, and agrees to reimburse the prime contractor for all damage to the work site as a result of negligence or willful misconduct. The subcontractor also indemnifies the prime contractor against claims and damages.
• The subcontractor agrees to perform the work in accordance with industry standards, all applicable laws, building codes, and the builder's plans and specifications.
• The parties agree to submit disputes to binding arbitration in accordance with the Construction Industry Arbitration Rules.
• Available in MS Word format. Fully editable and easy to use.
• Intended to be used only in the United States.

TX contractors, you are required by the Texas Property Code to provide this Contractor's ⁄ Lender's Initial Disclosure Statement to a property owner before beginning work on a residential construction project.

• The Disclosure Statement informs the property owner of their rights, responsibilities and risks in building or renovating a home.
• It also offers guidelines as to what the owner should do to protect him/herself.
• Buy the form once, download it, and use it as often as you require.

Make sure you comply with the law. Download your copy of the Texas Contractor's ⁄ Lender's Initial Disclosure Statement form.

Texas law requires contractors to provide home owners with this Contractor's Disbursement Disclosure for Residential Construction before disbursing funds.

Why do I need this Disclosure Form?

If you are a contractor doing residential construction and renovation projects in Texas, you are required by State law to give the home owner a Disbursement Disclosure before each payment is made to you out of the construction funds.

This Disclosure Form is only for construction or improvement projects on residential consumer-owned properties, not for commercial projects.

What information is contained in the Disclosure?

The disclosure statement lists (i) the bills that have been paid for work performed on the project and (ii) the bills that have not yet been paid.

Format and Jurisdiction

The Contractor's Disbursement Disclosure template is provided in MS Word format and is editable and reusable. Once you purchase the form, you can use it over and over again.

This document is compliant with the Texas Property Code and is intended to be used only in the State of Texas.

Prepare a Notice of Cancellation for your customers with this template form for the USA.

• This Notice is required by law to be given to a customer in relation to a construction contract or purchase of goods transaction which will result in a lien or security interest being placed on the customer's home.
• The notice sets out the customer's right to cancel the contract within three business days of the transaction date, and outlines the procedure for canceling.
• Pay for the form one time, download it, customize it for your purposes, use it as often as you like.

Hiring a contractor to do construction work on your property? Protect yourself against injury claims with this Waiver and Release Form for Canada.

Who Should Use this Waiver and Release Form

Any home owner who has contractors doing construction, renovation or improvement work on their property can use this form. Each contractor should sign the release form before starting the work.

Provisions of the Waiver and Release

The contractor releases the property owner from any and all liability, and acknowledges the risks associated with the construction.

The contractor assumes all responsibility and waives any claims he/she may have with respect to injury, damage or loss resulting from the performance of the work.

Format and Jurisdiction

This Contractor Waiver and Release of Homeowner Form is available in MS Word format, fully editable to fit your specific circumstances. It is intended to be used only in Canada.

Hiring a contractor to do construction work on your property? Protect yourself against injury claims with this USA Waiver and Release Form.

Who Should Use this Waiver and Release Form

Any home owner who has contractors doing construction, renovation or improvement work on their property can use this form. Each contractor should sign the release form before starting the work.

Provisions of the Waiver and Release

The contractor releases the property owner from any and all liability, and acknowledges the risks associated with the construction.

The contractor assumes all responsibility and waives any claims he/she may have with respect to injury, damage or loss resulting from the performance of the work.

Format and Jurisdiction

This Contractor Waiver and Release of Homeowner Form is available in MS Word format, fully editable to fit your specific circumstances. It is intended to be used only in the United States.