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DOCUMENT REVIEW
Document Review:
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Review construction agreement, scope of work, and specifications
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Review cost and payment schedule
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Review drawings for completeness and potential problems
The construction documents generally include the construction agreement & scope of work, addendums & changes, the specifications, and the drawings. As with any agreement, the construction documents should clearly define the expectations of the parties. Incomplete, insufficient, or ambiguous documents can lead to problems. An independent review of your documents will help to avoid conflicts after the work has started.
For any significant project, you should always consult with your attorney and insurance agent.
Also see:
Chapter 18. Attorney General's Model Home Construction or Repair Contract
Payment Schedule:
Cardinal Rule # 1. of Building Construction:
Never pay for work before it has been completed and properly inspected for completeness and adherence to the construction documents.
Cardinal Rule # 2. of Building Construction:
When the work has been properly completed and inspected, pay promptly.
Maine law limits the initial deposit amount to 1/3 of the contract price. This is a maximum amount which may not be justifiable for some projects. Talk with your contractor to see what his (her) needs are and work with him (her). Once you have made the initial deposit, your payment schedule should be based on significant project milestones, on percentage completion, or on monthly work-in-place, and bring you to a more balanced financial position with your contractor.
NOTICE:
MECHANIC'S LIEN:
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Failure to require lien waivers from your contractor for payments made to subcontractors and suppliers could result in you having to pay for some portions of the work twice. See: Title 10, Commerce & Trade; Part 7, Liens; Chapter 603, Buildings...; Sec. 3251>>>3269