What should a kitchen remodel contract include?
A kitchen remodel contract should spell out the scope, the schedule, the payment terms and who handles permits, in enough detail that two people reading it would picture the same finished kitchen.
Look for the contractor's California license number; a line-by-line scope that includes demolition, disposal and patching; named products or allowances for cabinets, counters, fixtures and appliances; who applies for permits and schedules inspections; start and completion dates; how change orders are priced and approved; and a payment schedule tied to completed work.
California limits the down payment on a home improvement contract to $1,000 or 10 percent of the contract price, whichever is less, according to the Contractors State License Board. Check the license at cslb.ca.gov before signing.
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