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22/08/2012
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Here are some tips to avoid or circumvent many of the problems that arise before and during construction
When thinking about doing a home makeover, no matter what size, is preparing for the inevitable headache that accompanies the works. It is not easy to deal with dirt, unexpected expenses, budgets discrepant, missed deadlines and problems with payment. So Idec gives some tips for you to know your rights and may avoid or circumvent many of these problems.
First, the consumer must organize themselves, planning their spending and preparing for extra expenses. The initial step to this is to ask for a quote. Article 40 of the CDC (Consumer Protection Code) requires the supplier to deliver the customer a budget, which should be as specific and concrete as possible. Certain items should be clearly defined, as the value of labor, building materials and equipment to be employed, the payment terms, as well as the dates of beginning and end of services. The contractor should take the opportunity to ask for references and make visits to other works made by that company, because these instruments are to ensure a job well done. In case the parties do not match another term in writing the budget figures are valid for ten days from its receipt by the consumer. It is recommended that, should adopt the values, consumers subscribe below, write "approve" and date the document.
Remember that budgeting does not create any relationship or obligation on the part of consumers, who may seek other professionals and companies to carry out the service. Who commits from the first moment is the supplier with the offer of the conditions contained in the budget and maintained on time.
Make a contract!
The contract defines the rights and obligations of the supplier and the consumer, and protects both parties from problems that may arise. Some items are essential. They are:
name, ID and address of the contractor and the contractor;
- What is the address at which service and will run;
- The value of labor;
- Materials and equipment included in the price and what will be considered extra;
- Specification of the materials used;
- Conditions and methods of payment;
- Date of commencement and termination of service;
- Penalty in case of delay in completion of the work;
- Term and warranty terms;
- Value of the penalty in case of delay in payment;
- Signature of both parties and, if possible, two witnesses.
The responsibility for purchasing materials and their quality must also be specified in the document. If possible, detail, naming brands, references, alternatives in case of replacement, color, number and dimensions. It is important that the amount is also provided in the contract and that the responsibility is established by this definition. The lack of material can delay the work generates waste and excess.
Upon delivery of the material, it is essential that this is someone you trust to see if there is a difference of quantity, quality or characteristics of the products purchased in store. The payment must also be provided in the contract. It is suggested to pay for completion of stages of the service and not a day of service, for the duration of the work is not well defined, this modality can be more expensive and cause misunderstandings between the consumer and the company.
During the duration of the reform, the consumer will find it necessary to resort to a private collection of rubble. What is recommended to be done at least three quotes with companies duly registered in the prefecture. Before hiring, check the condition of the bucket, the time limit to withdraw it, presenting signs visible day and night and that the destination of the material. If possible, obtain such information in writing. East to the bucket to be placed where they will not bother neighbors, pedestrians or motorists.
When the renovations are done poorly or not in accordance with the specifications of the contract, the consumer must inform businesses and professional contractors. The CDC states that the supplier liable for any defects that may impair quality of the works performed. The consumer can use the mechanisms and legal action to require the remodeling of the services, the immediate restitution of the amount paid or proportional reduction in price. If at the end of the professional pension or a company to charge more for a service that was already under contract, this amount need not be paid. The value should have been included in the first combined price.
Source: Ig News
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