Contract for extension work

[Sammiesnake]

Hello!

We are supposed to be signing a contract tomorrow with the builders for our home extension. Is there anything particular we should look out for on the contract? We’ve never done anything like this before.

Thank you!

[Outbutnotoutout]

When will they require payment

Ours has asked for 3 payments

1. when the floor is completed
   
2. when the roof is on
   
3. when finished

[Sammiesnake]

Thank you that’s helpful!

[Outbutnotoutout]

How long are the expected length of works?

[Sammiesnake]

5 weeks for the build apparently then another 5 inside

[SilverBirchWithout]

Is final payment before or after snagging items have been fixed?
It’s often hard to get builders back to fix any minor (or major) issues once a job has been completed - because they have had payment and are now working on their next job.

[SilverBirchWithout]

If material prices increase or specific products are unavailable how will this be resolved/paid for?

[SilverBirchWithout]

Check through specifications in detail - is everything correctly detailed, such as type of bricks, roof slates, and other finished?

Who is organising building regs/controls inspections?

[SilverBirchWithout]

Check if there are clauses about clearing up the site during and after the work is finished.

[Outbutnotoutout]

Oh yeah, who pays for the electrics, is it all in or on top, same for extra radiators and gas work

[Sammiesnake]

This is so helpful thank you everyone!!

[121hugsneeded]

Who takes responsibility for CDM you, them or the architect? And general health a safety on site too. Will try require a portaloo,kettle etc etc