Home Improvement Painting Agreement

HOME IMPROVEMENT PAINTING AGREEMENT

Parties

Client Name:

Contractor Name:

Recitals

WHEREAS, Client owns or controls the property located at: (the "Property");

WHEREAS, Contractor is duly licensed, insured, and in the business of providing interior and/or exterior painting and related surface preparation services; and

WHEREAS, Client wishes to retain Contractor to perform painting and related work at the Property, and Contractor agrees to perform such work under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

Scope of Work

Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and services necessary to complete the work described below in a workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. Itemize tasks, surfaces, preparation, and finish specifications:

Materials, Color Selection, and Subcontracting

Materials will be provided by Contractor unless otherwise agreed. Color selection and final approval shall be made in writing by Client prior to application. Contractor may engage subcontractors for portions of the Work but remains responsible for their performance.

Payment Terms

Total Contract Price: $

Late Payment: Client shall pay interest on any past-due amount at the rate of per month (or the maximum permitted by law), and shall also be responsible for reasonable collection costs and attorney's fees incurred by Contractor.

Term and Termination

Commencement Date: . Estimated Completion Date: .

Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach if the breaching party fails to cure such breach within days after written notice. If Client terminates other than for Contractor's material breach, Client shall pay Contractor for all work performed and materials ordered up to the date of termination plus any reasonable demobilization expenses.

Change Orders

Any changes to the Scope of Work shall be made only by written Change Order signed by both parties describing the change, any adjustment to the Contract Price, and any change in schedule. Work performed without a signed Change Order that increases the Contract Price may be invoiced and paid by Client.

Insurance, Permits, and Compliance

Contractor represents that it holds workers' compensation and commercial general liability insurance in amounts customary in the industry. Contractor shall obtain all permits required by local authorities unless otherwise agreed in writing. Contractor shall comply with applicable laws, building codes and safety regulations.

Proof of insurance shall be provided to Client upon request: Request provided

Warranties and Limitation of Liability

Contractor warrants that the workmanship shall be free from defects for a period of from completion. This warranty does not cover damage due to normal wear and tear, improper maintenance, moisture intrusion, or causes beyond Contractor's control. Except for the express warranty herein, Contractor disclaims all other warranties to the fullest extent permitted by law. Contractor's liability shall be limited to re-performance of defective work or, at Contractor's option, refund of the portion of the Contract Price attributable to the defective work.

Access, Cleanup, and Site Conditions

Client shall provide Contractor with reasonable access to the Property and electricity and water as necessary. Contractor will maintain a clean work area and remove construction debris daily. Client acknowledges that certain pre-existing conditions (loose plaster, lead-based paint, mold, rot) may require additional work and cost not included in the Contract Price.

Confidentiality

Each party agrees to hold in confidence nonpublic business or technical information disclosed by the other party in connection with this Agreement and to use such information solely for performance under this Agreement. Confidential information does not include information that is publicly available, rightfully obtained from third parties without restriction, independently developed, or required to be disclosed by law.

Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

The parties shall attempt in good faith to resolve disputes arising under this Agreement by negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered in accordance with commercially reasonable arbitration rules selected by the parties. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of without regard to conflict of law principles.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, including any attached exhibits or signed Change Orders, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, whether written or oral. No amendment or modification shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, the parties acknowledge that they have read and understood this Agreement, and that they are authorized to enter into it. The persons signing below certify that they have the authority to bind the party for whom they sign.

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