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Did you know that Trading Standards receive more than 100,000 complaints per year from disgruntled homeowners complaining about rogue tradesmen? Therefore, it is important that a written contract exists between a builder and customer to protect both parties in the event that a dispute should arise.

It works both ways.. as a homeowner your tradesperson presents you with a final bill for several hundred pounds more than was quoted - for unforeseen circumstances.  or as a tradesperson your client denies that work was authorised or was not as stated or thought that you were doing those little extras as part of the price.

Well now you can eliminate the uncertainty and help protect your valuable client/tradesperson relationship.  Remember, either party (client or tradesperson) can prepare a written contract and as long as it is agreed and signed by both parties then it will be effective and binding. 

However, how do you start to write a suitable and legal contract well, now thanks to The UK Trades Confederation you neednt worry.  Simply chose one of the options below and away you go.

Please note: the JCT contract nor the free homeowners contract are applicable in Scotland, however you will find an alternative at the following link: www.sbcconline.com

The UKTC offers you two options:

Option 1.
  FREE UKTC Consumer Pack. Simply Click here, register as a user and download your FREE copy.  Your Consumer Pack will contain a FREE basic Homeowner Contract and a handy Consumer Check List to ensure your chosen tradesperson meets all the appropriate requirements.

Option 2.  The JCT contracts. All the forms and detailed instructions to construct a full and fair contract between a builder and homeowner.

Order from this site now.  See below for more information on these contracts.



Home Repairs and Maintenance Contract


The JCT contract for homeowners
and tradespeople involved in repairs
or restoration.



Click Here to order your copy now!

 




JCT Building Contract


The JCT contract for homeowners
and tradespeople involved in
building works.



Click Here to order your copy now!

 

You can also click here Click here to see answers to some of our most frequently asked questions (FAQ's) regarding building contracts.





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