Scope of Work
Clear description of tasks, substrate prep, application methods, materials, and finish. Avoid generic phrases; specify coat counts, mesh, and primer where relevant.
A well-structured proposal reduces disagreement, speeds approvals, and documents obligations for both parties. It clarifies pricing, schedule, and who handles permits or inspections, lowering project risk.
Typical participants include contractors, project managers, property owners, and sometimes lenders or insurance adjusters.
Use this section to confirm roles and contact details before circulating the signed proposal.
Leads contractor-side delivery, coordinates scheduling, secures permits, and approves subcontractor invoices. Responsible for updates, safety compliance, and managing change orders during execution.
Reviews scope and pricing, confirms payment milestones, grants site access, and signs to accept terms. Owner acceptance triggers work start and establishes warranty start date.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Project Address Field | Required, single-line |
| Signature Block | Signer name, date required |
| Attachment | Permit PDF upload allowed |
| Notifications | Email alerts to owner and PM |
Confirm platform compatibility and authentication methods before sending an e-signed proposal.
Typically 30 days from issue date
Date work may commence
Submit within 14 days of acceptance
Due per milestone schedule
Estimated final acceptance date
A contractor sent a detailed proposal with permit responsibility noted
A property manager used an e-signed proposal to expedite repairs after storm damage
Clear description of tasks, substrate prep, application methods, materials, and finish. Avoid generic phrases; specify coat counts, mesh, and primer where relevant.
List key materials, brand names, and acceptable substitutions. Include material warranties and reference data sheets for installed products.
Define start date, milestone checkpoints, permitting windows, and estimated completion to manage expectations and payment timing.
Itemize labor and materials, show taxes, list retainage, deposit, and milestone payment amounts to reduce billing disputes.
Assign responsibility for permit submissions, note expected inspection stages, and state who pays permit fees and correction costs.
Specify warranty length, what is covered, and the process for corrective work. State limitations of liability and exclusion of consequential damages if used.
Save final executed proposal as a flattened PDF for archive and distribution; include the audit trail as a separate file to preserve signing metadata.
Attach permit PDFs, approved plans, inspection reports, and product data sheets to the signed proposal to create a single project record.
Store invoices and signed lien waivers alongside the proposal to document payment history and lien releases for the property.
Use a formal change-order template that references the original proposal, lists adjustments, and requires signature to be enforceable.
| Criteria | Stucco Proposal | Construction Contract |
|---|---|---|
| Binding status | estimate intent | legally binding |
| Detail level | scoped estimate | comprehensive terms |
| Change control | informal or addendum | formal change-order |
| Signatures required | owner and contractor | owner, contractor, possibly lender |
| 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 | No | No | Yes, limited | Yes, limited |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |