Mold Remediation Contract

Mold Remediation Contract

This Mold Remediation Contract (the "Contract") is entered into on between Client Name: (hereinafter "Owner"), and Contractor Name: (hereinafter "Contractor"). Contractor License No.: . Project Address:

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Owner has identified the presence or suspected presence of mold, mildew, or microbial growth at the Project Address and requires professional remediation services to remove, abate, and prevent recurrence; and

WHEREAS, Contractor represents that it is trained, qualified, and appropriately licensed and insured to perform mold remediation and related services in accordance with industry standards and applicable law; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth the terms and conditions under which Contractor will perform remediation services at the Project Address.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. SCOPE OF WORK

1.1 Scope. Contractor shall perform the work described in the Scope of Work below and in any attachments incorporated by reference. The Scope of Work shall include containment, removal of mold-contaminated materials, HEPA vacuuming, air filtration, cleaning and disinfection of affected surfaces, and final clearance testing where required.

Estimated Start Date:    Estimated Completion Date:

2. STANDARDS, METHODS, AND TESTING

2.1 Industry Standards. Contractor shall perform work in a workmanlike manner consistent with industry-accepted remediation standards and applicable statutes and regulations. Contractor shall implement containment, negative pressure, and HEPA filtration where necessary to prevent cross-contamination.

2.2 Clearance Testing. Clearance testing shall be required: Yes    No . If clearance testing is required, testing shall be performed by a third-party environmental testing laboratory selected by . The cost of clearance testing is .

3. MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, AND DISPOSAL

Contractor shall supply all materials, labor, tools, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the Scope of Work. Disposal of contaminated materials shall be in accordance with applicable law. Owner acknowledges that some building materials that are mold-impacted may be non-salvageable and will be removed and disposed of as part of the remediation.

4. ACCESS, OWNER OBLIGATIONS, AND SITE PREPARATION

4.1 Owner shall provide Contractor reasonable access to the Project Address during normal business hours and as otherwise agreed. Owner is responsible for removing or protecting personal property and for disconnecting or protecting utilities as necessary. Contractor shall not be responsible for pre-existing damage to items left in place.

5. HEALTH, SAFETY, AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Contractor shall implement safety measures for workers and occupants, including appropriate personal protective equipment and decontamination protocols. Contractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations relating to occupational safety, hazardous materials, and waste disposal.

6. CHANGE ORDERS

Any change in the Scope of Work, including additional remediation, hidden damage, or required repairs discovered after commencement, shall be made only by written change order signed by both parties. Change orders shall state adjustments to contract price and schedule. Contractor's hourly labor rate for additional work is per hour.

7. PRICE AND PAYMENT

7.1 Contract Price. Owner shall pay Contractor the total contract price of $ (the "Contract Price"), subject to additions and deductions by approved change orders.

7.2 Payment Schedule. Owner shall pay a deposit of $ upon execution of this Contract. Progress payments shall be made as follows: . Final payment of remaining balance is due upon completion and, if required, successful clearance testing.

7.3 Late Payment and Lien Rights. Unpaid amounts shall accrue interest at . Contractor retains all remedies available at law, including rights to claim a mechanic's lien for unpaid balances where permitted by law.

8. COMPLETION, ACCEPTANCE, AND WARRANTY

8.1 Completion. Contractor shall notify Owner in writing when work is substantially complete. Substantial completion for remediation purposes is defined as completion of required remediation tasks and containment removal, subject to final clearance testing where applicable.

8.2 Acceptance. Owner shall inspect the work and, if no reasonable objections exist, shall provide written acceptance. If clearance testing was required, acceptance is contingent upon passing clearance.

8.3 Warranty. Contractor warrants that remediation work performed will be free from defects in workmanship for a period of from completion. This limited warranty does not cover recontamination resulting from conditions outside Contractor's control, including unresolved moisture intrusion, occupant activities, or pre-existing concealed damage. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

9. INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY

Contractor shall maintain commercial general liability and workers' compensation insurance in amounts appropriate to the work performed and shall provide evidence of such insurance upon request. Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless Owner from and against claims, damages, losses and expenses arising out of Contractor's negligent acts or omissions in performing the work, except to the extent caused by Owner's acts or omissions.

10. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Contract upon material breach by the other party if such breach is not cured within after written notice. Upon termination, Owner shall pay Contractor for work performed and reasonable demobilization costs.

11. NOTICES

All notices, demands, or communications required or permitted under this Contract shall be in writing and delivered to the contacts below by hand delivery, certified mail, or overnight courier.

12. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

12.1 Governing Law. This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state where the Project Address is located.

12.2 Entire Agreement. This Contract, together with any written change orders and attachments explicitly incorporated by reference, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations and agreements, whether written or oral.

12.3 Severability. If any provision of this Contract is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

12.4 Amendments; Waiver. No amendment or waiver shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. A waiver of any breach shall not operate as a waiver of any subsequent breach.

12.5 Counterparts. This Contract may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

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