Building Contracts
When developing a piece of land and engaging a professional building contractor, it is essential that such relationship is governed by a Building Contract.
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The contract will set out the obligations that each party agrees to undertake together with detailed information on the agreement between two or more parties.
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We will provide you with advice and assistance upon the detail needed to be entered into the contract to include plans, specifications, timescales, costs and the ability to amend and alter the term of the Building Agreement in accordance with the respective party’s needs and requirements, as the project progresses.
Frequently Asked Questions about Building Contracts
What should be included in a builder's contract?
A contract with a builder should include the parties involved in the construction, a detailed overview of the works being completed, a scheduled timetable, responsibilities of both parties and a detailed overview of all compliance obligations.
How do you dispute a contract?
In the first instance you should always seek to resolve the dispute directly with the other party. If you’re unable to do that through initial means of communication, you should make a formally documented complaint, setting out your dissatisfaction and what you wish to see remedied. If you are unable to reach an agreement through amicable means, you can take the other party to court.
Can you sue a builder for breach of contract?
Yes, if the builder has breached the contract initially agreed or has failed to complete the contract to your satisfaction you can seek to remedy the contract through communication with the builder, by making a formal complaint and then by sueing the builder for a breach of contract or professional negligence.
How do you write a contract for building work?
You should always seek specialist legal advice in forming legally binding contracts. A building contract will typically include details of the parties involved, a description of the works to be carried out, costs and timescales involved, responsibilities of both parties and a detailed schedule of compliance regulations.
How do you review a building contract?
You should always seek professional guidance and support from a solicitor when analysing the details of a building contract. In summary, you will want to check the details of the parties involved, the works to be completed, the costs and timescales, the responsibilities of both parties and the compliance regulations.
What should I look for in a contract?
When reviewing a building contract you should pay close attention to the details of the works to be completed, the responsibilities of both parties involved, the details of the costs and timescales and the compliance regulations.
What three elements must a breach of contract claim?
The three elements that must exist for there to be a breach of contract: 1) a contract must exist, 2) there must be a breach of the contract, 3) there must be damages suffered as a result of the breach of contract.
Contact the Franklins Business Services team
If you have any questions about building contracts, please don’t hesitate to contact our team of experts who are on hand and ready to help you.
