1. Job Description:
This should include a detailed description of the job and any specifications or expectations for the contractor.
2. Insurance Requirements:
Any contractor hired should have valid insurance coverage to protect both parties from liability claims.
3. Payment Terms:
The terms of payment should be clearly outlined in advance, including rates and timeline for payments to the contractor.
4. Check References:
Make sure to check references for any potential contractors before agreeing to hire them, as this can provide insight into their reliability, quality of work, and more.
5. Set Deadlines:
Establishing deadlines is important so that progress can be tracked, allowing modifications as needed if necessary along with meeting completion goals promptly.
6. Set Milestones:
Setting milestones for the contractor can provide additional accountability and ensure progress is being made promptly.
7. Quality Assurance:
Providing clear standards of quality assurance should be included to ensure that all work meets expectations and is up to code or industry regulations.
8. Communication Plan:
Establishing an agreed-upon communication plan will help both parties stay on track with deadlines, goals, and more while allowing questions/concerns to be addressed as needed.
9. Final Review & Signature:
A final review of the project should be done before signing off on it, ensuring that all requirements have been met and all parties are satisfied with the result.
10. Safety Precautions:
Safety precautions should always be outlined in advance to ensure the contractor is following all necessary regulations and that they are taking the appropriate steps to protect themselves, the business or individual hiring them, and any third parties involved.
11. Documentation:
Having a record of all relevant documentation such as contracts, payment invoices and more will help keep everything organized and provide an audit trail if needed.
12. Follow-Up & Feedback:
Following up after the project has been completed can provide insight into how successful it was from both parties' perspectives, allowing for changes as needed for future projects.
13. Final Payment:
The final payment should be clearly defined in the contract and paid upon completion of the job or when all requirements have been met.
