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Set out the terms of a construction loan with this downloadable template for a building project in Alabama.

• The maximum of any allowable advance will be the total of (i) the soft costs (development, planning, etc.) as set out in the budget, plus (ii) the lesser of the hard costs (materials and labor) of the completed construction or the scheduled value of each completed item.
• The retainage will be advanced only after substantial completion, issuance of a certificate of occupancy, and delivery to the lender of a survey of the project.
• Advances will be made for each item on the cost budget only up to the amount budgeted for such item.
• The lender is entitled to hold back an amount sufficient to pay all costs relating to the loan and the project.
• The file includes a Draw Request form to be tendered by the borrower to the lender before each advance of loan proceeds.
• This is a downloadable and customizable legal form which can be easily tailored to fit your unique needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Alabama.

Prepare a Home Improvement Contract with this easy-to-use template for the State of California, in accordance with Section 7159 of the Business and Professions Code.

• All labor and materials will be provided by the contractor.
• No alterations will be made to the original plans without a signed change order.
• The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits.
• The contract price will be paid in installment payments.
• Provisions for allowances.
• The template includes a Notice of Cancellation form, and a Notice to Owner under Section 7018.5 of the California Business and Professions Code.
• It also includes a Form A Attachment for Home Improvement Projects.

Write a plumbing contract for a customer with this California Plumbing Bid and Contract template form.

• The template contains the following items:
  • Bid Offer,
  • Terms and Conditions of the Contract,
  • Change Order Form,
  • Scope of Work Exhibit,
  • Commercial General Liability Insurance Notice,
  • Workers' Compensation Insurance Notice,
  • Notice of Three-Day Right to Cancel, and
  • Notice of Seven-Day Right to Cancel.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of California.

Prepare a custom construction contract for building a residential single-family dwelling with this downloadable template agreement for the State of Colorado.

• The contractor will supply all labor and materials for the project.
• Any alterations to the plans require a change order.
• Payment for extra work will be for actual costs plus a percentage markup.
• The parties agree to submit any disputes to binding arbitration.
• The contractor will obtain the necessary work permits.
• The home owner will pay the contract price in installment payments.
• The contractor will arrange interim construction financing.
• Intended for use only in the State of Colorado.

You can use this ready-made template to prepare a Management Contract for a construction project manager.

• The contract template can be used anywhere in the United States.
• The manager will provide all the administrative, management and related services necessary to coordinate the activities and responsibilities of the general contractor and all the sub-contractors with those of the manager, the owner and the architect.
• The property owner agrees to indemnify the manager against all claims and actions.
• If the owner fails to make payments to the manager in accordance with the agreement, it will be considered substantial nonperformance and grounds for terminating the contract.
• Hiring a project manager is essential on large construction projects. This downloadable Management Agreement makes the process so much simpler.
• Available in MS Word format.

USA building contractors, prepare a customized Contractor Agreement for labor and/or materials on a construction project with this easy-to-use contract template.

• The contract price will be paid in installments.
• The contractor will provide all labor, tools and materials necessary to complete the construction.
• Payment of the contract fee will be made in several installments.
• All change orders must be in writing and corresponding cost increases must be approved by the owner.
• The contractor will obtain adequate liability insurance for the project.
• Available in MS Word format, fully editable to fit your particular needs.
• Intended for use only within the United States.

Prepare a Sworn Statement re Subcontractors with this easy-to-use template for USA general (prime) contractors.

• The form contains the following information:
  • confirmation of payment of subcontractors, suppliers and laborers, and
  • details of any amounts still owing and the parties to whom those amounts are owed.
• Download the form, fill it in, print it and get it notarized.
• You can use this form in any U.S. state or territory that does not have its own prescribed form.

IL contractors, you are required by law to provide home owners with this Illinois Home Repairs: Know Your Rights notice when commencing work on their property.

• The form provides the home owner with information about the repairs being done by the contractor, and contains guidelines on how the home owner can protect against home repair fraud.
• The form also includes an acknowledgement which must be signed by both the home owner and the contractor.

Download the free Illinois Home Repairs: Know Your Rights form and attach it to every construction contract.

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.

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.

The Texas Property Code requires contractors to provide property owners with this Contractor's Disbursement Disclosure for Residential Construction (Consumer Owned) before disbursing the funds.

• The disclosure statement lists the bills that have been paid for work performed on the project as well as the bills that have not yet been paid.
• This disclosure must be provided to the owner before each and every payment to the contractor out of the funds.
• This form is only for residential consumer-owned properties, not for commercial projects.
• Once you purchase the form, you can use it over and over again. Cheaper than pre-printed forms, save on printing costs.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Texas.

Texas contractors, make sure you comply with State laws by serving a home owner with this Contractor's List of Subcontractors and Suppliers before starting construction.

• This Notice must be issued by a contractor to a property owner with respect to a construction or renovation project, to make the owner aware of all subcontractors and suppliers who will be providing work or materials for the project.
• State law requires you to keep this notice up to date, and to re-serve the owner if there are changes to the information. Luckily, you can use this digital form as often as you require.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Texas.

Use this easy-to-use template to write a Construction Agreement for a residential building project in the United States.

• After the plans are approved by an architect, the home owner will pay 90% of the agreed contract price, and the 10% retainage will be paid upon issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
• The contractor will supply all labor and materials necessary to complete the construction project.
• The contractor must carry adequate liability insurance during the construction.
• The contractor must provide the names of all subcontractors to the owner.
• A signed change order is required for any alterations to the plans.
• The property owner agrees that extras will be billed at actual cost plus a percentage markup.

You can easily modify this USA Residential Construction Agreement to add state-specific provisions for your State.

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 or renovation work on your property? Protect yourself against injury claims with this USA Waiver and Release of Homeowner by Contractor form.

• The contractor should sign the release form before starting the work.
• 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.
• Available in MS Word format, fully editable to fit your specific circumstances.
• Intended to be used only in the United States.