AL Services of Tampa Bay LLC - Contract Terms and Conditions

This document outlines payment terms, financial implications, legal considerations, project execution details, and liability aspects for services by AL Services of Tampa Bay LLC.

Payment Terms

Standard Payment: Cash on delivery (COD) upon service completion.
Credit Arrangements: Must be pre-approved.
COD Compliance: Payments postmarked by invoice date.
Overdue Accounts: Revert to COD until balance paid.
Finance Charge: 3% monthly on overdue balances.
Accepted Forms: MasterCard, Visa, Discover (via Invoice2go).
Check Policy: Personal/company checks accepted post-job.
Preferred Method: Zelle (no service charges).
Returned Check Fee: $75 plus collection fees.

Financial Implications of Delays

Late Payment Charges: Additional fees for late payments/work stoppages.
Monthly Service Charge: 3% (36% annually) for invoices over 30 days past due.
Work Suspension: Right to suspend work for non-payment.
Stoppage Day Rate: $1,600 per day for labor.
Material Responsibility: Customer must safeguard materials during stoppages.
Restart Costs: Billed as extra work.

Legal and Contractual Aspects

Attorney's Fees: Customer pays collection costs if payment defaults.
Contract Cancellation: AL Services can cancel within ten days for any reason.
Customer Cancellation Refund: 50% deposit refund within 72 hours.
Binding Agreement: Signed documents are binding.
Service Details: Specifics on the agreement's front page.

Project Execution Limitations

Special Orders: Prepaid deposits required, non-returnable.
Color Matching: Not guaranteed.
Stain Removal: Additional charge applies.
Water and Dust Acknowledgment: Customer assumes risk for seepage and dust.
Furniture Relocation: Hourly charge, AL Services not liable for damage.
Waste Disposal: Customer provides disposal site; AL Services not liable for clogged drains.
Electrical Requirements: Customer supplies necessary power.
Paint Responsibility: Customer touches up damages.

Liability and Warranty

Material Ownership: Transfers to customer upon delivery.
Third-Party Work: AL Services not liable for other contractors' work.
Customer Materials: Customer responsible for their materials.

Key Clauses Breakdown

Payment Structure: Emphasis on COD and implications of late payments.
Cancellation Policies: Specific conditions for both parties.
Project Limitations: Disclaimers limit AL Services' liability.

Customer Implications

Financial Planning: Review payment terms to avoid fees.
Project Management: Understand limitations for successful completion.
Communication: Essential for addressing concerns.
Risk Assessment: Evaluate risk regarding damages and liabilities.

Summary of Key Takeaways

Payment Priority: Timely payment is crucial; penalties for delays.
Defined Limitations: Clear outlines on service limitations and liabilities.
Customer Responsibility: Significant responsibilities for materials and damages.
Contractual Agreement: Signed document is binding.
Transparency: Aims for clarity on terms and responsibilities.

Right to Lien Clause

Under Florida's Construction Lien Law, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers have the right to file a lien against the property if payment for services or materials is not received.

Notice Requirements: The property owner will receive a notice of the lien rights, which must be provided by contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to preserve their lien rights.

Filing a Lien: A lien must be filed within 90 days of the last work performed or materials provided.

Enforcement: If payment is not received, the lien may be enforced through legal action in court.

By approving the estimate/proposal, you are also approving this agreement. The customer acknowledges and agrees to the terms of the right to lien as outlined above.

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of contract terms for AL Services of Tampa Bay LLC. Customers should review both this and the full contract to understand their rights and responsibilities, ensuring clear communication and proactive planning for a successful project outcome.