After a recent close call with a client, you now think more about the potential for full-blown contract disputes. How do you protect yourself and your construction business? Construction Marketing Association dives into strategies for avoiding construction...
Construction Contracts
Using a construction schedule to reinforce your contract
Construction contracts can protect the integrity of your project. Reinforcing the elements of your contract can reduce the chances of misunderstandings and disputes. A construction schedule can provide a timeline of progress for everyone involved in your project. With...
What do you need to cover in a construction contract?
When you and another New Jersey contractor, homeowner or business owner agree to work together, a construction contract outlines the terms to which you agree. It also outlines everyone's rights and responsibilities. Putting these expectations in writing increases the...
Remedies available for construction contract breaches
Given the complexity of many construction contracts, it is not surprising that breach of contract lawsuits often occur. In general, the main reasons you may have for bringing such a suit include: Failure to perform by the other party of one or more of the contract’s...
Using content to your advantage in a construction contract
Contracts may make or break a professional connection and be the difference in how satisfied you are with the outcome of each job. Developing construction contracts requires you to carefully assess your desired results and then negotiate with the other party to...
Why a well-executed construction contract is critical for success
Construction industry contractors across New Jersey and New York are impressively diverse, bringing wide-ranging acumen and skill sets to projects of every type and size. And whether they are plumbers, roofers, painters, carpenters, electricians or workers from...
Soaring lumber prices can be cause for contract renegotiation
Back in March, 2020, lumber prices fell. This was good news for home builders and buyers. Then, over the course of a just a few months, lumber prices soared- increasing more than 60%. The cause of the price increase is twofold: One, supply. Mills have not been able to...
Can a party terminate a contract at its convenience?
When working on a project governed by a contract, you likely feel reasonably secure in the stability of that agreement (provided that your company fulfills its contractual obligations). Doing so does not give your contractual partner any cause to end your agreement....
What to include in a construction contract and how to handle disputes
Before starting a construction project, it is important for all parties to sign a contract. A well-designed contract clearly defines terms and expectations, and it should protect all parties involved. A contract should also outline what happens if there are disputes...
What kinds of work do not require construction permits?
As a construction contractor, you know the hassles you sometimes encounter when getting a construction permit for one of your projects. You also likely realize that you can do some types of ordinary maintenance and minor work without the need for a construction...