Scope of Work
Precise description of sign type, dimensions, materials, attachment method, electrical connections, and any engineering or structural work included.
A written agreement reduces disputes by clarifying scope, fees, timelines, and permit obligations, and creates a record for payment claims and insurance.
Typical parties include property owners, retailers, sign manufacturers, general contractors, and specialty installers.
Each party’s role and approval authority should be defined to prevent delay or scope disputes during installation.
Precise description of sign type, dimensions, materials, attachment method, electrical connections, and any engineering or structural work included.
Attach scaled drawings, mounting elevations, and photos showing location relative to property lines, utilities, and rights-of-way.
Specify who obtains municipal or county permits, pays permit fees, and provides inspection documentation before energizing or final acceptance.
Require commercial general liability and workers’ compensation; include indemnity clauses and minimum coverage limits.
Set deposit, progress payments tied to milestones, final retention, accepted payment methods, and consequences for late payment.
State warranty duration, remedy process for defects, and final acceptance procedure after inspection and testing.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Effective Date Field | MM/DD/YYYY format required |
| Signature Block | Signed and dated with signer identity |
| Attachment Area | Permit and engineering files accepted |
| Approval Routing | Sequential signer order by role |
Use a secure eSignature platform that supports PDF/DOCX uploads, audit trails, and conditional fields for permits and inspections.
Allow 2–8 weeks depending on locality
Schedule agreed start and end dates
Book inspections promptly after completion
Set a deadline for owner sign-off
Tie payments to milestones or acceptance
Client approves scope and initial payment.
Contractor or owner files applications with officials.
Installer performs mounting and electrical work.
Authority inspects and issues completion sign-off.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
A property manager needed remote approvals for multiple storefront signs
A small landlord standardized an installation template to reduce review time