Terms & Conditions:
project Estimates:
All estimates we give are based on knowledge provided to us, or found through diagnostics, and are subject to change if presented with new information.
When giving prices, we assume that all previous work was completed properly and professionally.
Permit fees are not included in estimates unless otherwise stated.
Our estimates must be signed, or written approval provided, prior to beginning a project.
Estimates may need to be changed before work starts, even if they have been approved.
Estimates expire after 30 days if not specified.
Working Terms:
Project Scheduling:
Projects will be scheduled and completed based on our staffing availability.
Labor is dependent on material availability. Lead times on materials are not controlled by us and affect when labor can be performed.
Outdoor labor is scheduled with weather conditions in mind; this can cause delay.
Permits and Inspections:
Permits will be applied for on projects that require them, or are otherwise necessary.
Once all permits are issued, and work is complete, a final inspection must be completed in order to close out any open permits.
Permit approval and inspection scheduling can be lengthy depending on the city or town. Unfortunately, this is out of our control and may delay project completion.
Our Expectations:
We assume that all previous contractors have completed work properly and professionally. Any issues that arise due to previous labor can not be predicted.
When doing repairs we assume that all points related to our project have electricity provided to them.
Materials provided to us are presumed to be functional and correct for the application.
Any onsite material storage for a project is assumed to be the client’s responsibility.
Our employees will do their best to leave a site clean upon completion. Some debris may remain.
Damage to property will always be avoided, but is sometimes unavoidable.
Items hidden inside of walls or ceilings are not known to us unless we are told about them prior to starting.
ex: Wires, pipes, and other materials.
Any damage caused due to the above is not our responsibility. To avoid damage the client may open walls beforehand or accept the terms.
Safety:
Our employees can refuse to engage in any working conditions that they deem unsafe to themselves or their coworkers.
When working outdoors, employees may pause work if weather conditions become unsafe.
Employees have a right to be treated fairly. Labor can be refused or canceled if an employee feels unsafe or threatened.
Billing terms:
Invoicing:
Our standard payment terms are Net 30.
Payment terms can be negotiated based on client needs; this must be done prior to invoicing.
Late fees of 1% per month will be added to invoices past our payment terms.
Discounts on invoices can be added or subtracted at any time based on how we see fit.
Permit fees not present on the initial estimate or invoice may be added after an invoice is sent; or sent separately as a second invoice.
Material preference, such as branding, will be chosen at our own discretion unless otherwise agreed upon beforehand.
If materials are being stored onsite, any replacements for lost or stolen materials will be invoiced to the client.
Special order materials can not be changed or canceled, and will be billed accordingly.
Labor due to change orders, or disagreements, will have a standard hourly rate charged for any extra labor associated with these.
ex: If a client does not agree with a light fixture style and would like to change it.
Diagnostic fees are charged based on a one hour minimum regardless of time spent.
Labor performed outside of normal operating hours is subject to varying rates; such as costs associated with overtime and emergencies.
Unexpected costs not originally estimated for, but required by an inspector, must be completed and billed accordingly.
We have the right to charge any fees associated with a client’s returned check.
Untimely Payments:
The client agrees to pay invoices in a timely manner based on payment terms agreed upon.
In order to secure a means of compensation for labor provided, property liens may be filed within the timeframe allowed by law.
Open invoices past payment terms may be brought to court for resolution.
If unpaid invoices are taken to court, they may have additional charges added to the total due.
ex: Hours spent attempting to collect payments.
Attorney fees are subject to appendment for any claims brought to court.
labor Warranty and legalities:
A 12 month warranty will be provided on labor starting on the date of completion.
Our warranty covers labor provided by us, but excludes any materials.
All clients waive their rights to any legal actions targeting 3C Electric Systems LLC 6 months past warranty expiration; 18 months after project completion.
Legal actions made by 3C Electric Systems LLC are not affected by the statement above, and can be taken at any point.
Agreement to our terms includes acceptance that 3C Electric Systems LLC can not be brought to court for more than $500.00 per job.
If our terms above have been agreed to once by the client, it is assumed that the client agrees to these terms for any future jobs as well.