Parties & Scope
Identify each contracting party and describe work precisely, including stone type, seam allowances, sink and appliance cutouts, and any exclusions to avoid later disputes.
A clear written agreement aligns expectations, assigns risk, and preserves remedies if work is late, defective, or incomplete.
The agreement is completed by parties directly responsible for countertops: owners, general contractors, and fabricators or subcontractors.
Use the document to document responsibilities, authorize fabrication, and create an audit trail for changes and payments.
A project manager signs to accept scope, schedule, and payment milestones on behalf of the owner or GC and is the contact for change orders and inspections.
The fabricator or authorized company representative signs to confirm measurements, lead times, warranty terms, and acceptance of installation responsibilities.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature Authentication | Email + optional SMS code |
| Reminders | Automatic reminders every 3 days |
| Template Locking | Lock critical clauses from editing |
| Attachment Rules | Require photos or templates before signing |
Choose a platform that supports PDFs, Word documents, conditional fields, and secure signer authentication.
Identify each contracting party and describe work precisely, including stone type, seam allowances, sink and appliance cutouts, and any exclusions to avoid later disputes.
Specify who produces templates, acceptable measurement tolerances, and the timeline for final verification to control rework and chargeable corrections.
State lead times, critical fabrication milestones, and notification deadlines for delays so owners and GCs can plan sequencing of other trades.
Describe the process for scope changes, required approvals, revised costs, and time impacts, plus documentation required for acceptance of extra charges.
Set deposit amounts, progress payments tied to milestones, retainage percentages, and conditions for final payment, including punchlist closure.
Define warranty length, covered defects, repair versus replacement terms, and limits of liability or exclusions, including workmanship and material defects.
Detailed drawings and templating diagrams used for fabrication and installation, with revision control and approval signatures.
Stone or solid surface specifications, color samples, seam adhesive requirements, and finishing instructions to reduce ambiguity.
Delivery routes, access windows, power requirements, and staging areas to coordinate logistics and prevent delays.
Standardized form to capture scope changes, cost adjustments, and authorized approvers for a clear audit trail.
On‑site templating usually completed 1–2 weeks before fabrication.
Fabrication commonly requires 2–6 weeks depending on material and backlog.
Schedule delivery dates with confirmed site access to avoid storage fees.
Allow multi‑day installation and sequencing around plumbing and cabinetry.
Punchlist and acceptance typically within 7–14 days after installation.
Optica standardized templates for customer ease and fewer questions during signing.
A property manager used the agreement to centralize document storage and mobile signing during renovations.
| 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 free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |