09/02/2022
Everyone's favorite words when discussing a construction project, the change order.
In project management, change orders are also called variations or variation orders. Change orders - any modification or change to works agreed in the contract is treated as a variation.
Example: You accept a proposal for a contractor to add a deck to your home for $6,000. When the contractor begins to dig in the soil for foundation support, he finds an old cement slab that was used as a surface for a grill and table by previous homeowners. Due to this, the contractor is unable to descend to the proper depth to secure foundation and removal will exceed the accepted contract price costing the contractor thousands of loss if he proceeds. In the scenario, the property owner should be informed of the issue and additional costs are required (preferably contractor brings a change order w/precise quote price). If agreed, both parties should sign the contract. Note: it is standard and legally recommended the contractor get at least 50% of the change order payment (correctly it should be entire cost) prior to work performed.) This is done regardless of the contract payment already being paid in full.
In roofing applications similar to any other trade, unpredictable issues can arise despite how diligently the company does a preconstruction investigation. Common problems include: rotted deck, gas line height adjustment required, accessories/penetrations/components previously covered or in need of removal and the roof needing to be tapered to positively shed water. A seasoned professional will account and diligently investigate to ensure these situations do not arise. However, it can happen to the best of roofers.
Prior to the project is awarded, you should inquire about such problems and of the company performs a "precon". Note: many lazy or busy contractors will use Google Earth or a similar program to measure and/or predict required scope of work with pricing. As amazing as these programs are, things can be calculated incorrectly possibly to a devastating result. Your contractor should walk and investigate the roof in person. Conducting (multiple) core samples, measurements, visual inspection, deck evaluation, document building prior damage and attention to all details despite how minor.
The old adages, "measure twice, cut once" and "The difference between something good and something great is attention to detail" might be corny, but ring true.
In conclusion, make sure you and your contractor are on the same page. It protects you and the contractor in the long run. Furthermore, it also provides you an accurate cost and predetermined timeline in the event other trade contractors are needed to accomplish tasks during the install process.
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