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Construction Contract
Free construction contract template for a home renovation or building project between an owner and contractor.
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This free construction contract covers 1. Scope of Work, 2. Contract Price, 3. Timeline, 4. Change Orders, 5. Permits with 8 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for individuals and small businesses handling a straightforward legal document themselves needing a clear, professional document without commissioning custom legal drafting for a routine situation. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Construction Contract
Owner: [Name] Contractor: [Name, License #] Project: [Address/Description] Date: [Date]
1. Scope of Work
Contractor will perform: [Detailed description of the work, including materials/specifications].
2. Contract Price
Total contract price: [Amount], payable as: [Payment schedule tied to milestones, e.g. "10% deposit, 30% at framing, 30% at drywall, 30% at completion"].
3. Timeline
Work begins: [Date] · Estimated completion: [Date]
4. Change Orders
Any change to the scope, materials, or price must be documented in a signed change order before the additional work begins.
5. Permits
[Who is responsible for obtaining permits — typically the licensed contractor.]
6. Warranty
Contractor warrants the work against defects for [Duration] from completion.
7. Insurance
Contractor maintains [general liability / workers' compensation] insurance and will provide proof upon request.
8. Dispute Resolution
Disputes will be addressed through [mediation/arbitration] before litigation.
Owner: ______________________ Date: ____________ Contractor: ______________________ Date: ____________
*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Construction contracts are regulated at the state level (licensing, required disclosures, lien rights) — for anything beyond a small job, use a state-specific contract or have an attorney review this one.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 8 standard sections: 1. Scope of Work, 2. Contract Price, 3. Timeline, 4. Change Orders, 5. Permits, 6. Warranty, …
- 8 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
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- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
- Includes a signature block, ready to print or sign digitally
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Before involving a lawyer
A solid starting draft to review with counsel, or to use directly for a low-stakes situation.
FAQ
Is this construction contract template really free?
Yes — this Construction Contract template on docstoc is free to view, edit online, and download as a PDF with no account or signup required.
What does this construction contract cover?
This legal template includes 1. Scope of Work, 2. Contract Price, 3. Timeline, 4. Change Orders. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. This template reflects common practice, not your jurisdiction's specific requirements. Legal formalities (required language, witness or notarization rules, filing steps) differ by state and sometimes by county — confirm them with a licensed attorney before this document does any real work.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 8 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free legal and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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