Scope of Services
Define exactly which goods or services are covered after sale, including excluded items and service levels to avoid ambiguity and scope creep.
A clear After-Sale Agreement preserves rights, sets expectations for remedies and timelines, and reduces litigation risk by documenting obligations after delivery. It also provides a written basis for warranty claims, service responses, and payment reconciliations.
The agreement is used by sellers, manufacturers, service providers, distributors, and buyers in asset and product transactions.
Use a properly executed agreement to document responsibilities, reduce disputes, and support insurance or regulatory compliance where applicable.
Define exactly which goods or services are covered after sale, including excluded items and service levels to avoid ambiguity and scope creep.
Specify duration, coverage, remedy options (repair, replace, refund), and any limits on liability or consequential damages to set expectations.
State return windows, condition requirements, shipping responsibilities, and whether restocking or inspection fees apply for returned items.
Describe how price adjustments, credits, or chargebacks are handled for defective goods, refunds, or agreed post-sale services.
Choose governing law, venue, and whether mediation or arbitration is required to streamline conflict resolution and reduce litigation costs.
Address handling of buyer data, confidentiality obligations, and any regulatory requirements such as HIPAA when health data is involved.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer Order | Set sequential or parallel signing |
| Authentication | Email, SMS code, or stronger methods |
| Reminders | Auto-remind after defined intervals |
| Storage | Save signed copies to cloud or CRM |
Choose a platform that supports PDF/DOCX, audit trails, and the authentication level your transaction requires.
Ensure the provider can capture intent, consent, attribution, and retention to meet ESIGN/UETA legal tests, and confirm HIPAA BAA availability when handling protected health information.
Date obligations begin (enter MM/DD/YYYY).
Specified period for filing defects claims.
Days allowed for returns after delivery.
Timeframe to request refunds or price changes.
Retain records per legal and tax timelines.
A midsize equipment reseller standardized post-sale service terms to reduce disputes and speed claims processing.
A real estate operator used an addendum to capture post-closing maintenance responsibilities and response times.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial, no credit card | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |