Detail what the contractor will and will not do. Your contractor should detail a list of all materials for the project in your contract. This includes size, color, model, brand name and product.
The contract should include the approximate start date and substantial completion dates.
Study all required plans carefully. Insist that you approve them and that they are identified in your written contract before work begins.
Make sure that financial terms are understood and spelled out in the contract. The total price, payment schedule and any cancellation penalty should be clear.
A warranty covering materials and workmanship for a minimum of one year should be written into the contract.
Thoroughly review the entire contract and be certain you understand it before signing it. Consider the scope of the project and make sure all items you've requested are included. If you do not see a specific item in the contract, assume it is not included. Never sign an incomplete contract. Always keep a copy of the final document for your records.
