Scope of Work
A line-item description of repairs and materials, with quantities and specifications. Use clear measurements, product names, and installation standards to avoid later disputes.
A complete packet reduces ambiguity about scope, protects both parties with clear payment and warranty terms, helps insurers evaluate claims faster, and creates a single file for permits, inspections, and compliance. Standardization minimizes back-and-forth, supports audit trails for e-signed documents, and lowers the risk of payment or lien disputes.
A line-item description of repairs and materials, with quantities and specifications. Use clear measurements, product names, and installation standards to avoid later disputes.
Total contract price, deposit schedule, progress payments, insurer payment routing, and any retainage. Define when payment is due after insurer disbursement.
If used, a clear, signed assignment specifying insurer payment to contractor, scope of assignment, and any limitations on legal rights transferred.
Itemized estimate tied to damaged areas and photographs. Cross-reference line items to the insurer’s claim estimates to simplify approval.
A template to document scope changes, cost impact, and signer initials or e-signatures so unforeseen work is approved before execution.
Conditional and unconditional lien waiver forms, plus permit application copies and inspection scheduling instructions to meet municipal requirements.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Upload Document | Use PDF or DOCX; optimize for mobile. |
| Assign Signers | Add homeowner, contractor, and insurer contact emails. |
| Authentication | Use email link or SMS code for signer identity. |
| Routing Order | Set sign sequence and required fields before sending. |
Ensure the platform you use preserves an audit trail (timestamps, IPs, signer attribution), stores signed copies in a durable format, and supports the formats required by insurers or permitting offices.
Follow insurer policy—commonly 30–90 days; verify the insured’s policy for exact timing.
Submit permits before commencing work when required by local building department rules.
Insurers often request estimates within 7–30 days of initial notice.
Payment schedules depend on insurer disbursements and contractor progress billing terms.
Contract dispute periods vary by state—consult counsel for precise filing windows.
Tim Martin, Founder, Martin Properties: The packet allowed field estimates and contract signatures from mobile devices.
Brian Fitzgibbons, COO, Optica Ventures LLC: Standardized packets simplified coordination with the claimant’s insurer.
| 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 trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year | Varies | Varies | Varies |