Scope of Work
Detailed, room-by-room tasks, product specifications, allowances, and explicit exclusions to limit interpretation disputes during construction.
A clear whole-house proposal reduces misunderstandings, establishes measurable deliverables, and aligns expectations for budget and schedule. It creates an auditable record useful for permitting, financing, and insurance reviews while supporting enforceability under general contract law and applicable electronic signature statutes.
The proposal is prepared by licensed contractors, design-build firms, or general contractors and reviewed by homeowners or property owners before signing.
Signed proposals establish mutual obligations and serve as the starting point for any subsequent construction contract or notice to proceed.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature | Require signer signature and date field |
| Authentication | Use email plus optional SMS code or ID check |
| Notifications | Enable reminders and completion emails |
| Storage | Save PDF/A with audit trail to central folder |
Choose a platform that supports secure delivery, basic signer authentication, and exportable audit trails.
Ensure the chosen platform aligns with compliance and retention needs for construction contracts and financing documentation.
Detailed, room-by-room tasks, product specifications, allowances, and explicit exclusions to limit interpretation disputes during construction.
Itemized costs for labor, materials, subcontractors, allowances, and contingency with subtotal and total contract price shown clearly.
Start date, major milestones, estimated completion, and weather or permit-related adjustments to set realistic expectations.
Milestone amounts, due dates, accepted payment methods, late fee policy, and consequences of nonpayment or retained funds.
Procedure for pricing, approving, and documenting changes, including time impacts and the authority to authorize extra work.
Specify manufacturer warranties, contractor workmanship warranties, proof of liability insurance, and required performance bonds when applicable.
Attach floor plans, elevations, material samples, and a schedule of finishes as PDF exhibits to avoid ambiguity.
Provide an editable cost spreadsheet (Excel) on request to allow lenders or owners to verify allowances and totals.
Include required permits, responsible party for filings, and anticipated permit timeline as a downloadable checklist.
Export the executed proposal as a PDF/A with embedded audit trail and signer metadata for long-term retention.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Billed annually: $8/user/month | $15/user/month | $14/user/month | $19/user/month | $15/user/month |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (premium tiers) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes (BAA available) | Yes | Yes | No | No |
The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team and customers.
We process and execute documents online with 100% compliance.