Electrical Home Improvement Contract

Electrical Home Improvement Contract

Notice of Cancellation may be sent to the contractor at the address noted on the contract.

THIS ELECTRICAL CONTRACT (“Contract”), effective as of the date of the last party to sign below, , is between , having an address at (“Contractor”) and , having an address at (“Owner”).

For valuable consideration the parties hereby agree as follows:

1. LIST OF DOCUMENTS TO BE INCORPORATED INTO THIS CONTRACT:

EXHIBIT A – Commercial General Liability Insurance

EXHIBIT B – Workers’ Compensation Insurance

EXHIBIT C – 3 day right to cancel

EXHIBIT D – 7 day right to cancel

EXHIBIT E – Sample change order form

The above-mentioned Exhibits are hereby incorporated in and made part of this Contract.

2. SCOPE OF WORK:

Contractor shall provide all labor and materials, and perform all work necessary for the completion of the residence, structure, or improvements as described in the drawings and specifications signed by both Owner and Contractor (“Project”) and more particularly described as

Service as per specifications from Electric Company-Overhead: Underground:

Panel Box Manufacturer & Size:

No. of 14/2 Circuits: No. of 12/2 Circuits: No. of Power Circuits:

Copper Wire:

Aluminum Wire:

Conduit Material & Size:

Model of Switches: Receptacles: Cover Plates:

Maximum Number of Outlets per Circuit 14/2 with ground: 12/2 with ground:

WIRING / OPENINGS / EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE

Breaker Size: Wire Size: #/Type of Switches: # of Lights: Amount:

OPENINGS (Receptacles, Switches, Fixtures):

TELEPHONE (Prewire & Jack Installation):

CABLE PREWIRE:

DOOR BELL/CHIMES:

SMOKE DETECTORS:

GARAGE DOOR SENSORS:

GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTS:

GAS FURNACE:

ELECTRIC FURNACE:

ELECTRIC WATER HEATER:

ELECTRIC DRYER:

A/C HEAT PUMP:

THERMOSTAT:

HOOD/FAN:

DISHWASHER:

RANGE:

COOK TOP:

WALL OVEN:

ROOM SCHEDULE

Kitchen:

Dining Room:

Master Bedroom / Bedroom #1 / Bedroom #2 / Garage / Basement / Closets / Hallway / Foyer / Attic / Bathrooms:

FIXTURES: Rough-in Fixtures: Trim Out Fixtures: Total:

3. WORK SITE:

The Project shall be constructed on the property of Owner located at and more particularly described as (hereafter “the Work Site”).

4. COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED:

(a) The following describes how Contractor shall substantially commence work:

(b) APPROXIMATE START DATE:

(c) APPROXIMATE DATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION:

5. PERMITS:

Contractor shall apply for and obtain such permits and regulatory approvals as may be required by the local municipal/county government, the cost thereof shall be included as part of the Project price.

6. INSURANCE:

Contractor shall maintain general liability, workers compensation and builder's risk insurance.

7. SURVEY AND TITLE:

If the Project is near the Owner’s property boundary, Owner will point out property lines to the Contractor. If the Owner or Contractor has any doubt about the location of the property lines, Owner shall provide Contractor with boundary stakes through a licensed surveyor. In addition, Owner shall provide Contractor documentation that Owner has title to the Work Site and shall provide Contractor copies of any covenants, conditions, or restrictions that affect the Work Site.

8. EXTRA WORK AND CHANGE ORDERS:

Extra work and change orders become part of this Contract once the order is prepared in writing and signed by both parties prior to the commencement of any work covered by the new change order.

9. PRICING

(a) CONTRACT PRICE:

{COST PLUS} Owner agrees to pay Contractor the actual cost to Contractor of materials plus the sum of $ for performing the services set forth in the scope of the work.

Contractor shall be paid as follows:

OR

{FIXED FEE} Owner agrees to pay Contractor the sum of $ for performing the services set forth in the scope of the work.

Contractor shall be paid as follows:

(b) DOWN PAYMENT: Amount: $

(c) SCHEDULE OF PROGRESS PAYMENTS:

Payment amount in dollars and cents: Amount of work or service to be performed: Materials or equipment to be supplied:

The schedule of progress payments must specifically describe each phase of work, including the type and amount of work or services scheduled to be supplied in each phase, along with the amount of each proposed progress payment.

(d) FINANCE CHARGE (if applicable): Amount: $

10. LATE PAYMENT/DEFAULT:

A failure to make payment for a period in excess of ten (10) days from the due date shall be deemed a material breach of this Contract.

11. DESTRUCTION AND DAMAGE:

If the Project is destroyed or damaged for any reason, except where such destruction or damage was caused by the sole negligence of the Contractor or its subcontractors, Owner shall pay Contractor for any additional work done by Contractor in rebuilding or restoring the Project to its condition prior to such destruction or damage.

12. ASSIGNMENT:

Neither party may assign this Contract, or payments due under the Contract, without the other party’s written consent.

13. INTERPRETATION:

(a) Interpretation of Documents. The Contract, drawings, and specifications are intended to supplement one another.

(b) Entire Agreement. This Contract constitutes the entire agreement of the parties.

(c) Governing Law. This Contract shall be interpreted and governed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

14. ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND COSTS:

If any party to this Contract brings a cause of action against the other party arising from or relating to this Contract, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and court costs.

15. PERFORMANCE:

(a) Contractor may engage licensed subcontractors to perform work pursuant this Contract.

(b) All work shall be completed in a workman-like manner and in compliance with all building codes and applicable laws.

(c) Contractor agrees to remove all debris and leave the premises in broom clean condition.

16. WARRANTY:

Contractor agrees to repair or replace any defective or malfunctioning switches, outlets, breakers, trim fittings, and equipment or fixtures for a period of , unless the manufacturer’s warranty is less than .

Contractor agrees to repair or replace any wiring that fails to carry its designed load for a period of .

Builder agrees to inspect all fixtures within days after installation.

If a substantial part of the system fails to normally operate within the above warranty period, Contractor agrees to repair or replace within hours of notice.

17. REQUIRED NOTICES:

(a) You are entitled to a completely filled in copy of this Contract, signed by both you and the Contractor, before any work may be started.

(b) A notice concerning commercial general liability insurance is attached to this Contract.

(c) A notice concerning workers’ compensation insurance is attached to this Contract.

(d) Change Orders:

i. The Owner may not require a Contractor to perform extra or change-order work without providing written authorization prior to the commencement of any work covered by the new change order.

ii. Extra work or a change order is not enforceable unless the change order identifies the scope of work, amount to be added or subtracted, and effect on progress payments or completion date.

iii. A Contractor’s failure to comply with the requirements for a change order does not preclude recovery of compensation for work performed based upon legal or equitable remedies.

(e) MECHANICS LIEN WARNING: Anyone who helps improve your property, but who is not paid, may record a mechanics' lien on your property.

(f) Information about the Contractors' State License Board (CSLB): CSLB is the state consumer protection agency that licenses and regulates construction contractors.

(a) Under certain circumstances the law gives you a right to cancel a contract. Check the appropriate box below describing your right to cancel this Contract:

i. This Contract was negotiated at the Contractor’s place of business. Consequently, the law does not provide a right to cancel.

ii. This Contract was not negotiated at the Contractor’s place of business. Consequently, the law requires that the Contractor give you a notice explaining your right to cancel.

iii. This Contract is for the repair or restoration of residential premises damaged by a sudden or catastrophic event. Consequently, the law requires that the Contractor give you a notice explaining your right to cancel.

Contractor’s License Number:

Contractor’s Business Address:

Salesperson’s Name:

Salesperson’s Registration Number:

EXHIBIT A – COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

Contractor must check the box that applies

This Contractor does not carry commercial general liability insurance.

This Contractor carries commercial general liability insurance written by . You may call the Insurance Company at .

This Contractor is self-insured.

This Contractor is a limited liability company that carries liability insurance or maintains other security as required by law. You may call at .

EXHIBIT B – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE

Contractor must check the box that applies

This Contractor has no employees and is exempt from workers’ compensation requirements.

This Contractor carries workers’ compensation insurance for all employees.

EXHIBIT C – 3 DAY RIGHT TO CANCEL

This page is only applicable if this Contract was not negotiated at the Contractor’s place of business.

Date last party signed the Contract:

Name of Seller (Contractor or Salesman):

Address of Seller’s Place of Business:

Not later than midnight of:

Owner’s Signature:

Print Owner’s Name:

EXHIBIT D – 7 DAY RIGHT TO CANCEL

This page is only applicable if the Contract is for the repair or restoration of residential premises damaged by a sudden or catastrophic event.

Date last party signed the Contract:

Name of Seller (Contractor or Salesman):

Address of Seller’s Place of Business:

Not later than midnight of:

Owner’s Signature:

Print Owner’s Name:

EXHIBIT E – SAMPLE CHANGE ORDER

A. Scope of work encompassed by this change order:

B. Amount to be added or subtracted from the Contract price:

C. Effect this change order will have on progress payments (if applicable):

D. Effect this change order will have on the estimated completion date:

Checklist for Homeowners

Did you contact the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) to check the status of the contractor's license?

Contact the CSLB at 1-800-321-CSLB (2752) or visit our web site: www.cslb.ca.gov.

Did you get at least 3 local references from the contractors you are considering?

Did you call them?

Building Permits - will the contractor get a permit before the work starts?

Did you read and do you understand your contract?

Does the 3-day right to cancel a contract apply to you?

Does the contract tell you when work will start and end?

Does the contract include a detailed description of the work to be done, the material to be used, and equipment to be installed?

Are you required to pay a down payment?

Is there a schedule of payments?

Did your contractor give you a “Notice to Owner,” a warning notice describing liens and ways to prevent them?

Did you know changes or additions to your contract must be in writing?