Client Service Agreement for Masonry and Bricklaying

What a good one includes

• A highly detailed scope of work specifying the types of bricks, stone, mortar color, and laying patterns to prevent aesthetic disputes.
• Clear definitions of site preparation responsibilities, including who clears the area, secures permits, and ensures access to water and electricity.
• A structured payment schedule tied to visible milestones, such as foundation pouring, scaffolding erection, and final pointing.
• A dedicated weather and curing clause that accounts for delays caused by freezing temperatures, heavy rain, or necessary drying times.
• Specific terms regarding who is responsible for the cleanup, wash-down, and disposal of mortar drops and masonry debris.
• A hidden site conditions clause to address unforeseen underground obstacles or structural issues found behind existing walls.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Relying on verbal agreements for change orders, which often leads to unpaid extra labor and material costs.
• Failing to specify who provides and pays for scaffolding, heavy equipment rentals, or waste disposal dumpsters.
• Neglecting to define acceptable tolerances for color variations in natural stone or manufactured brick runs.
• Omitting a clear policy on how water supply issues and utility interruptions on-site will be managed and billed.

Frequently asked questions