The contracts you should use

It's important that you have a written agreement between yourself and your sub-contractors. If you choose to create your own agreement, make sure it includes the following:

• the name and licence number of the builder/trade contractor 
• the address of the land where the building work is to be carried out
• the scope of the building work
• the commencement and completion dates and any grounds for extensions of time
• the amount to be paid for the contracted work (inclusive of GST), including details of the amount and timing
• any deposit and progress payments (where appropriate) – in addition to the final payment

Contract issues

For any contractual problems, please seek legal advice.