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Request a contract (before hiring a renovation contractor)

Office de la protection du consommateur

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List of items to require in a renovation contract.
The OPC recommends a written contract with the business's name and address, its licence and permit numbers where required, start and end dates, the insurer and policy number, a detailed description of work and materials, the total price and payment terms, and clauses on the completion date, debris and written approval of extras.
The OPC advises the smallest possible deposit and a refund clause if the work is not finished by the agreed date.
The OPC recommends a clause requiring your written approval for any extra.
OPC advice on deposits.
Written approval of extras recommended by the OPC.
The OPC recommends putting the insurer and policy number in the contract.
OPC advice.
Written contract recommended by the OPC.
The OPC recommends asking for a detailed written contract before hiring a contractor.