Things about which we want you to be aware of and need to know items for Katz and Homeowners. The topics below will be given to you before each project in document form, to be filled out, signed, and returned to us.
We will need a place to put:
- Dumpsters/Trash trailer
- Chemical toilet
- Dry storage for delivered construction materials, and any other necessary equipment, preferably adjacent to the area where the work will be performed
Starting Times
The starting time will vary somewhat for each trade; however, the approximate starting times will be ____ a.m. and quitting time will be approximately ____ p.m.
Access to House
To have access to the project during construction, a lock box will be installed. Only authorized company representatives will have access to lock box codes.
Yard Signs
Katz Builders, Inc., will place a sign in the front yard. If you have an HOA in your community, please let us know if we need to contact them to get approval. Also, let us know where that sign can be placed. We will install safety and no trespassing signage on your property.
Children and Pets
To maintain the safety and security of your children and/or pets during the remodeling project, company personnel and representatives need to be aware of the following special instructions you have for us.
Important Numbers
Please provide all phone numbers, gate codes and security system information in case security system is left on or in case of an emergency.
Parking
Where can workers park their vehicles?
Radios/Music
Will you allow workers to play their radios at a reasonable volume? Are there stations or programs that you don’t want played?
Swimming Pool
If there is a pool on the property, Owners are responsible for maintaining upkeep and maintenance. Site must have a current code approved fencing and gates. If not, the cost of bringing them up to code will be a change order.
Plants
There is the possibility that plants that are close to the construction site, or in the area that equipment will pass by/through, could be damaged. We recommend that the plants that are in the way be removed by the Homeowners/Professional Landscaper, prior to the start of the work. Katz Builders, Inc., can recommend someone to help in getting the move of the plants accomplished.
All plants grass, flowers etc., are the responsibility of the Owners. Katz Builders, Inc., will not be responsible for any watering, fertilizing, insect issues that might occur or maintenance needed, such as mowing.
Builders’ Risk Insurance
Katz Builders, Inc., has Builders’ Risk Insurance for all the projects we work. Please be advised that our insurance only covers the new construction. Contact your insurance agent and make them aware that there is major work being done to your home so that they can adjust your insurance to that fact. Please have them include Katz Builders, Inc., as additionally insured.
Utilities
All utilities will be continued and paid for by the Homeowner, unless we are required to install a construction meter. At that time, the house utility will be turned off and Katz Builders, Inc. will be paying the utility bills.
Trash
All trash will be kept in a designated area, agreed upon by Owner and removed throughout the duration of the project, as necessary and budget allows.
Final Cleaning
Final Cleaning will be done by a cleaning service retained by Katz Builders, Inc. for only the area in which the construction was performed. (See details in the scope of work.) If there are additional items you want cleaned, over and above our regular cleaning, we need to know so that we can provide you with a proposal. Items not listed will not be cleaned. An additional fee will be charged for cleaning additional items.
Outgassing
If spray-foam insulation is being used on your project, you will be required to stay out of the house during installation and for three (3) days afterward to allow for off-gassing to dissipate.
Should you be living in the home during the remodel/renovation, we want you to be aware that there may be times that would be easiest/best for you and your family if you were out of the house due to outgassing of paint, glues, etc. Discuss that with Lucy Katz and your Project Manager.
Protection of your belongings
Katz Builders, Inc., requires that Homeowners remove all items from the areas in which we will be working. Katz Builders, Inc., does not provide moving services. We cannot be responsible for any items that are left in the home or in the areas in which we work that can be broken, damaged or taken.
Dust
Dust is invasive on clothing, window treatments, etc. We do our best to mitigate dust invasion. It is impossible to keep areas in which we are working, or even not working in, dust free. We suggest that window treatments be removed and stored by Owners.
