Do you need a contract with your builder?

Yes, you need a contract

For any job above a few thousand pounds, a written contract protects both sides. The JCT Homeowner Contract is written for domestic projects and costs under £30.

The clauses that matter

• Scope of works and drawings referenced.
• Price and how changes are priced.
• Start date, duration and what happens on delay.
• Payment schedule and retention.
• Insurance: public liability, employer's liability.
• Defects period (usually 6–12 months).
• Dispute resolution.

What Quote Check adds

We check whether a contract is offered, which form, and whether its terms match the quote.