Renovating an apartment or house is often associated with stress, unexpected costs, and conflicts with workers. Most of these problems stem from the fact that the relationship between the parties is not properly regulated by a written contract. A verbal agreement on "good renovation" is vague and does not protect the client from missed deadlines, budget overruns, or poor quality work. Renovation Contract Review is a preventive legal service that helps you avoid typical renovation traps. A well-drafted contract clearly defines the scope of work, material standards, payment schedule, and liability for delays.
Lawyer involvement is especially important when dealing with large renovation companies that often offer standard contracts drafted in their favor. Legal.ge allows you to find specialists who will review the proposed agreement, insert clauses beneficial to you, and ensure that the renovation is completed on time and with quality.
What Does Renovation Contract Review Service Cover?
This service protects the client from financial and emotional losses:
- Detailed Estimate: Integrating a precise list of works and materials (estimate) into the contract to avoid demands for "additional costs."
- Deadlines and Penalties: Setting strict start and end dates for work and effective penalties for delays.
- Quality Standards: Defining quality criteria for the work and the obligation to rectify defects.
- Payment Schedule: Linking payments to completed stages (rather than upfront payment), reducing the risk of the worker disappearing.
- Warranty: Determining a warranty period for renovation works during which the contractor is obliged to fix defects.
Common Real-World Scenarios
During renovation, the following misunderstandings often occur:
The first scenario is the "Runaway Worker." The client gave a 50% advance, the worker started, demolished walls, and disappeared. Without a written contract and ID details, finding them and returning the money is difficult.
The second case is "Budget Increase." Midway through renovation, the worker claims materials got expensive or the wall was more crooked than thought, demanding extra money. A fixed-price contract protects the client from such surprises.
The third scenario is "Poor Quality Material." The contractor used cheap adhesive, causing tiles to fall off. Specifying material brands and quality in the contract is essential.
The fourth situation is "Never-ending Renovation." A renovation scheduled for 2 months drags on for 6. The client pays rent elsewhere. Contractual penalties force the worker to hurry.
Georgian Legal Framework and Regulations
Renovation works are regulated by the norms of the Contract for Work in the Civil Code:
- Civil Code (Contract for Work): Establishes the contractor's obligation to perform work of agreed quality and within the stipulated time.
- Acceptance Act: Completion of work is confirmed by an acceptance act. Signing the act means the client is satisfied with the quality (except for latent defects).
Process and Stages
The lawyer reviews the client's requirements and the renovation company's offer. An individual contract is drafted, detailing all technical and financial details. Special attention is paid to the dispute resolution mechanism (e.g., arbitration or court). After signing the contract, the lawyer can assist the client in correctly executing acceptance acts upon completion of stages.
Why Legal.ge?
Renovation is a large financial investment. Saving a small amount on a lawyer often turns into thousands of Lari in losses. On Legal.ge, you will find lawyers who will help you go through the renovation process calmly and safely. Insure your renovation with a good contract.
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