Free Fence Installer
Service Agreement
One hit utility line or a 'forgetful' client can turn a week's hard labor into a five-figure lawsuit that guts your bank account. Stop gambling your mortgage on a handshake while the client waits for a reason to stiff you on the final check.
Pro Contractor Tip
Include a 'Hidden Obstructions' clause so you don't eat the cost when your auger hits unexpected limestone or a buried stump.
Why use a written agreement?
Handshake deals are risky. As a Fence Installer, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.
🛡️ What this sequence covers:
- ✓Deliverables List
- ✓Payment Terms
- ✓IP Rights
- ✓Revision Limits
- ✓Cancellation Policy
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Fence Installer services.
2. Scope of Services
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Utility marking and site layout verification
- Post-hole excavation to local frost-line depth
- Post setting with wet-mix high-strength concrete
- Support rail installation and structural leveling
- Picket or panel fastening and alignment
- Gate hardware mounting and swing-clearance adjustment
- Job site debris removal and spoils dispersal
3. Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to perform the Fence Installer services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do when the client wants to move the fence line after the posts are set?
You stop the job and write a Change Order. A solid contract defines the layout upfront, so any mid-job 'inspirations' require a signed price hike before you touch a shovel.
How do I stop clients from holding my final payment hostage over a tiny scratch?
Use a 'Substantial Completion' clause in your agreement. This ensures you get paid when the fence is functional and standing, leaving only a small, pre-defined 'punch list' amount for minor touch-ups.
What if the price of lumber spikes after I give the estimate?
Put a 'Material Price Volatility' clause in your contract. It tells the client the bid is based on today's yard prices and protects your margins if cedar prices go through the roof before install day.