Free Construction Contract Template
Contract template · Free
A construction contract governs building and renovation work: the agreed scope and drawings, a fixed price with milestone payments, and a disciplined change-order process — the difference between a smooth project and an open-ended dispute.
This template suits contractors and clients on residential and light commercial projects. Pair it with the construction quote proposal template to go from estimate to signed contract in one flow.
What's inside
- Scope of works referencing plans and specifications
- Fixed price with milestone-based payment schedule
- Change-order procedure with written approval
- Timeline, delay events, and extensions
- Defects liability period and retention
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Frequently asked questions
How do change orders protect both parties?
Every scope change is priced and approved in writing before work proceeds. The client controls costs; the contractor gets paid for extras. The template makes unwritten changes non-billable, which forces the discipline.
What is retention and should I use it?
Retention holds back a small percentage (typically 5–10%) of each payment until defects from the liability period are fixed. It is standard practice and included in the template.
Is this template free to use?
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Can my client sign this online?
Yes. You share a single link; your client reviews and e-signs from any device without creating an account. You can also embed your own payment link so they can pay right after signing.
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