Flooring Contract Template

This Flooring Installation Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into on [Date], by and between:

1. Property Description: The flooring installation will take place at the following location: [Legal Description of the Property, including address].

2. Grant of Access: The Property Owner grants the Flooring Contractor and any subcontractors access to the property to perform the agreed-upon flooring installation work. Access will be granted during the following days and times: [Specify days and times]. Tools, materials, and equipment may be stored in the following locations: [Specify locations and procedures].

3. Right to Inspect: The Property Owner retains the right to inspect the work at any reasonable time to ensure compliance with the terms of this Agreement.

4. Scope of Work:

The Flooring Contractor agrees to perform the following flooring installation work:

• Flooring Type: [Specify the type of flooring to be installed, e.g., hardwood, laminate, tile, carpet].
• Materials: [Specify who will order and purchase the flooring and other necessary materials, e.g., The Property Owner will order and purchase the materials, or The Flooring Contractor will supply all materials].
• Installation Details: [Include any relevant details about the installation process, such as underlayment, subfloor preparation, etc.].
• Cleanup: The Contractor will be responsible for cleaning up the work area after the installation is complete.

5. Project Timeline:

• Installation Start Date:
• Expected Completion Date:
• Project Timeline: The project will follow this timeline: [Provide a detailed timeline with milestones and deadlines].

6. Price and Payment Terms:

• Total Project Price:
• Deposit:
• Payment Schedule: Payments will be made as follows: [Specify payment schedule, e.g., deposit upon signing, milestone payments, balance upon completion].
• Payment Methods: Acceptable methods of payment include [specify methods, e.g., check, bank transfer, credit card].
• Late Payment Policy: Late payments will incur a fee of [specify amount or percentage].
• Lien Policy: The Flooring Contractor reserves the right to file a lien on the property for any unpaid balance after [specify period, e.g., 30 days] from the due date.

7. License, Permit, and Insurance Requirements:

• Licenses and Permits: The Flooring Contractor will obtain all necessary licenses and permits to perform the work.
• Insurance: The Flooring Contractor will maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Proof of insurance will be provided to the Property Owner upon request.

8. Unforeseen Circumstances/Acts of God: Neither party will be held liable for failure to perform their obligations under this Agreement due to unforeseen circumstances or acts of God (e.g., natural disasters, severe weather, pandemics).

9. Hidden Defects: If the Flooring Contractor discovers any hidden defects or hazardous conditions (e.g., mold, asbestos, subfloor issues) during the installation, work will be halted immediately, and the Property Owner will be notified. The parties will then agree on the necessary repairs and any additional costs or changes to the timeline.

10. Amendments: This Agreement may be amended only by a written document signed by both parties. Any changes must be discussed and agreed upon before they take effect.

11. Termination:

• By Either Party: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [specify notice period, e.g., 30 days] written notice.
• For Cause: Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately if the other party breaches any material provision and fails to cure such breach within [specify period, e.g., 10 days] after receiving written notice of the breach.

12. Warranties:

The Flooring Contractor provides the following warranties for the work performed:

• Workmanship Warranty: [Specify duration and coverage of the warranty, e.g., 1-year warranty on workmanship].
• Materials Warranty: [Specify any warranties on materials, if applicable].

13. Dispute Resolution and Remedies:

• Negotiation: The parties will first attempt to resolve disputes through informal negotiation.
• Mediation: If negotiation fails, the parties agree to attempt mediation.
• Arbitration: If mediation fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration under the rules of the [specify arbitration association].
• Governing Law: This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the state of [specify state].

14. Indemnification: Each party agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of the performance of this Agreement, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

15. Attachments:

The following documents are attached to and form part of this Agreement:

• Blueprints: [List any blueprints attached]
• Diagrams: [List any diagrams attached]
• Spec Sheets: [List any spec sheets attached]
• Other Attachments: [List any other relevant documents attached]

16. Signatures: By signing below, the parties agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Flooring Installation Contract.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, whether written or oral. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.