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Homeowner's Contractor Contract Checklist, Change Orders, Lien Waivers (PDF Guide)

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  • Designed by HardlineDIY
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Catch the missing clauses that cost homeowners thousands, before your name is on the line.

You picked a contractor. Now comes the paper that actually protects you, and most people sign it in two minutes without reading it. This 12-page guide walks you through exactly what a home repair or remodel contract needs to say.

WHAT'S INSIDE
• Quote vs. contract: why the contract matters more
• The 12 things every contract must include
• Vague vs. clear: scope and materials wording, side by side
• A healthy payment schedule, stage by stage
• Change orders explained, with a fill-in change order form
• Lien waivers in plain English, and the 3 steps for every payment
• Timelines, delays, and what to do if the crew stops showing up
• Permits, insurance, and warranties
• Disputes and your right to cancel
• 8 clauses to strike or push back on, and what to ask for instead
• A before-you-sign checklist

WHAT YOU GET
• 1 PDF, 12 pages, US Letter (8.5 × 11 in)
• Instant download. Nothing will be shipped.

Part of the Hardline DIY contractor set. Get all four in the "Hire a Contractor Without Getting Burned" bundle and save.

This guide is general information, not legal advice. Contract, lien, and consumer protection rules vary by state and city.

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