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AAPaint · 06-11-2005, 05:13 PM

Hey everybody. I know the contract's question has been beat to death, but I really need help in this area. I've only been in business for myself for about 8 months, and I've yet to face any real troubles with my contract, but it is very basic. You know, "AA Quality Paint will do this and that for X dollars, blah, blah" and I try to add in anything I think is important to cover my ass-ets, heh.

The problem is I need a contract this is much more detailed. I would like one that covers change orders, un-forseen circumstances, etc. I can't think of half the things I know I need in there....help!

Just the other day I arrived at a customer's house to skim, sand, and prime some HORRIBLE looking tape seems on a relatively new house. I entered the home using the garage door code provided by the customer. Once inside the house, I notice the front door is unlocked, and sitting OPEN 2" or so!! Upon further inspection, the rear doors are also found unlocked. I notified the customer immediately, and nothing looked disturbed or came of it, but man....

Anyway, can someone please help me out with a thorough contract? :Thumbs:

bergenbldr · 06-11-2005, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by AAPaint

Hey everybody. I know the contract's question has been beat to death, but I really need help in this area. I've only been in business for myself for about 8 months, and I've yet to face any real troubles with my contract, but it is very basic. You know, "AA Quality Paint will do this and that for X dollars, blah, blah" and I try to add in anything I think is important to cover my ass-ets, heh.

The problem is I need a contract this is much more detailed. I would like one that covers change orders, un-forseen circumstances, etc. I can't think of half the things I know I need in there....help!

Just the other day I arrived at a customer's house to skim, sand, and prime some HORRIBLE looking tape seems on a relatively new house. I entered the home using the garage door code provided by the customer. Once inside the house, I notice the front door is unlocked, and sitting OPEN 2" or so!! Upon further inspection, the rear doors are also found unlocked. I notified the customer immediately, and nothing looked disturbed or came of it, but man....

Anyway, can someone please help me out with a thorough contract? :Thumbs:

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Humble Abode · 06-11-2005, 06:16 PM

Did you ever get the one that Premeirpainting was sending out a while back? If not I will send you a copy of them, if premeir doesn't mind of course. We are using the ones premeir gave us and I have to say I like them a lot, they have just everything a painting contractor needs. Anyway if you didn't get them I will send you both when I get back to my home computer.

Exroadog · 06-11-2005, 06:50 PM

Humble, if its OK i could use that contract too. It was sent to me when it was going around but my system crashed and no, I didnt have anything backed up.! I remember it was a good one. Thanks

AAPaint · 06-11-2005, 07:12 PM

Yes please humble....I'm afraid I missed out on all the contracts that went around here, and I could really use some help. I don't know all the legal mumbo jumbo, but I know there are numerous things I need added to cover ME! Almost every job I run across something that I know should have been stipulated in my contract ahead of time. These things can, at times, be quite costly.

Thanks in advance! My email is aaqualitypaint@bellsouth.net :Thumbs:

ccp · 06-11-2005, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Humble Abode

Did you ever get the one that Premeirpainting was sending out a while back? If not I will send you a copy of them, if premeir doesn't mind of course. We are using the ones premeir gave us and I have to say I like them a lot, they have just everything a painting contractor needs. Anyway if you didn't get them I will send you both when I get back to my home computer.

can you send me a copy to look at

thanks

rich@cartercustompainting.com

tcase27 · 06-11-2005, 09:54 PM

Could I get a copy of the contract too my email is: bradsdad1127@yahoo.com

Thanks
Tim

Humble Abode · 06-11-2005, 10:28 PM

If premeirpainting doesn't want me to share he should chime in. I'm sure he won't mind especially if he doesn't have to do all the mailing

but I will give it until tommorow then I will send it out to all of you.

steeleroller · 06-12-2005, 11:29 PM

I would also greatly appreciate that contract.
If at all possible. my e-mail is steeleroller@yahoo.com

THX- Painters are on a roll.

Humble Abode · 06-13-2005, 07:42 AM

Message for Tom Rohland.

I tried sending it to you but it got kicked back saying you can't except mail from my e-mail address, It may think it's spam or something.

premierpainting · 06-13-2005, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Humble Abode

If premeirpainting doesn't want me to share he should chime in. I'm sure he won't mind especially if he doesn't have to do all the mailing

but I will give it until tommorow then I will send it out to all of you.

Humbl have at it and enjoy sending it to 2000 people

I wish it could just be attached somehow. I am glad to hear that there is such an interest in our contract. It will cover you ass- ets for sure...
Enjoy
Kevin- Premier Painting

AAPaint · 06-13-2005, 06:52 PM

Thanks Kevin...I very much appreciate the copy I received of your contract! It will help to ensure that I can STAY in business for many years to come.

steeleroller · 06-16-2005, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Humble Abode

Message for Tom Rohland.

I tried sending it to you but it got kicked back saying you can't except mail from my e-mail address, It may think it's spam or something.

PLZ TRY SENDING IT AGAIN , SRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.
steeleroller@yahoo.com
THX AGAIN.

AAPaint · 06-16-2005, 04:08 PM

Check your mail! :Thumbs:

Christine · 06-24-2005, 08:11 AM

Hello, all. I've been lurking for a while and have learned a great deal from reading everyone's posts. My husband runs his own painting/contracting business in the South and I'm taking over his office/administrative work (now that our son is in daycare). Unfortunately, my husband is too busy to spend much leisure time on the computer to read all of your posts, but I have shared much of your collective knowledge with him.

Sorry for being the gazilionth request, but may I please get a copy of Premierpainting's contract? Right now, we simply don't have the cash flow for a lawyer. Premier, you are very generous for sharing what is typically an extremely protective document.

My email is corman2003@alltel.net

Thanks in advance.

Humble Abode · 06-24-2005, 11:27 PM

Hollis,

check your e-mail, you need microsoft word to read them. And welcome to the boards.

D&DPainting · 06-25-2005, 10:56 PM

Humble, do you think you could throw a copy my way also, I'm always looking for ways to improve my systems.
Thanks in advance
Del
del.wood@insightbb.com

**ProWallGuy** · 06-26-2005, 09:54 AM

Del, sorry I missed your email.
Check your inbox.

hack_houslege · 06-26-2005, 01:48 PM

Could someone be so kind as to forward The Contract to me also? It would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

hack

rahl2000@aol.com

**ProWallGuy** · 06-26-2005, 04:35 PM

hack, check your inbox.