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Free Construction Contract

Construction or renovation contract with scope, price, milestone payments, permits and warranty.

Describe the work and the site, set the price and a payment schedule tied to milestones, and say who obtains the permits. Local home-improvement rules may add extra requirements.

How to use the Construction Contract

  1. Fill in the names, dates, amounts and key terms. Each field has a realistic example so you can see what belongs there.
  2. Read the preview on the right carefully and adjust any clause wording that does not match your deal.
  3. Download the PDF, then sign it. You can add signatures with our Sign PDF tool and keep a copy for each party.

What is the Construction Contract?

A construction contract fixes the scope, price, schedule and payments for building or renovation work. Tying payments to finished stages and using written change orders keeps projects on track.

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Getting started with the Construction Contract

Using the construction contract takes a minute or two. Your progress is saved in this browser, so you can come back later.

Tips for better results

Describe the scope in detail and attach plans.

Tie each payment to a finished stage.

Use a signed change order for every change.

Check local licensing and home-improvement rules.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license to sign a construction contract?

Many places require contractors to be licensed, and some require specific wording or a right to cancel for home-improvement work. Check your local rules.

What is a change order?

A written change to the scope, price or time that both parties sign before the extra work starts.

Is the construction contract legal advice?

No. The Construction Contract produces a general document from the details you enter. Laws differ by state, province and country, so check the rules that apply to you and have a qualified professional review anything important before you rely on it.

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