
Terms & Conditions
Disclaimer:
By accepting any quote, signing a Lawn Care Agreement, or paying a deposit for any construction, landscaping install, or one-off job, the customer (referred to as "Client") agrees to the following terms and conditions outlined below. Bean Brothers Landscaping (referred to as "Company") reserves the right to amend these terms without prior notice.
Scope of Work:
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The quote provided includes only the services and materials specified.
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Any additional work or changes requested by the Client after the quote is provided will result in additional charges.
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All changes must be agreed upon in writing.
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If unforeseen issues arise during the project, such as problems with utilities, underground objects, private utilities, soil compaction, or anything below the ground, these will be addressed as a change order and are not included in the original scope of work.
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The repair or damage to existing irrigation systems or utilities discovered during the project will be the Client’s responsibility.
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Any associated costs for repairs or damages to these systems will be billed to the Client. Change orders must be paid 100% upfront.
Acceptance of Quote:
By signing the quote or paying a deposit, the Client acknowledges that they have reviewed and accepted the scope of work, pricing, and these terms and conditions.
Payment Terms for One-Off Jobs:
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A 50% deposit is required before work can begin, with the remaining 50% due upon completion of the job.
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Cancellations within 30-120 days of the scheduled start date will incur a 25% cancellation fee.
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Cancellations within 30 days of the start date result in the forfeiture of the entire deposit.
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Payments made online will incur a 4% processing fee.
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If final payment is not received on the day of job completion, a 4% late fee will be applied.
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Additionally, a 4% finance fee will be charged on the first of each month for any outstanding balance.
Projects Payment Structure:
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For Projects > $25,000:
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50% Deposit
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50% Upon Job Completion
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For Projects < $25,000:
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50% Deposit
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Draw Schedule:
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20% Due Upon Arrival
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20% Due at 50% Completion
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10% Due Upon Completion
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Lawn Care Payment Structure:
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First and Last Payment Due Up Front
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Invoices Sent Out: 15th of Every Month
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Invoices Due: 1st of Each Month
If you need further modifications or additional information, feel free to ask!
Lawn Care Past Due invoice:
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A 4% finance fee will be applied to any outstanding balance on the first of each month.
Payment Terms for Pay-By-Cut Services:
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Payments for Pay-By-Cut services are due after each service is completed.
Cancellation:
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Cancellations for non-contract services must be made in writing no less than 60 days prior to the scheduled start of work.
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For contract services, cancellation must receive a 60-day notice.
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A 50% balance of the contract or agreement would be due before the end of the 60-day notice.
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Cancellations within 30-120 days of the scheduled start date will incur a 25% cancellation fee.
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Cancellations within 30 days of the start date result in the forfeiture of the entire deposit.
Warranty and Liability:
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The Company guarantees the quality of workmanship for a period of 1 year on hardscape installations and 30 days for plant material.
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Shrubs and trees newly installed with drip irrigation have a 1-year warranty, including rain sensors.
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Temporary irrigation is not covered under warranties.
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Seed, fertilizer, and sod are guaranteed and warranted only if the lawn has proper irrigation and is neither under-watered nor over-watered.
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The Company is not liable for any damages to underground utilities not properly identified or marked by the Client.
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The repair or damage to irrigation systems or utilities discovered during the project will be the Client’s responsibility and billed accordingly.
Client Responsibilities:
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The Client is responsible for ensuring access to the worksite during regular business hours.
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The Company is not responsible for delays caused by lack of access, failure to provide timely payments, or other Client-related issues.
Site Conditions:
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The Company is not responsible for pre-existing conditions of the site, including but not limited to drainage issues, grading, or structural integrity.
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Any additional work required due to unforeseen site conditions will result in additional charges.
Permits and Compliance:
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It is the Client’s responsibility to ensure all necessary permits and regulatory compliance unless otherwise stated in the contract.
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Any costs associated with obtaining permits are not included in the quote unless explicitly stated.
Weather Delays:
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The Company is not liable for delays caused by inclement weather or other conditions outside of its control.
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Project schedules may be adjusted accordingly.
Dispute Resolution:
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Any disputes arising from this contract shall be resolved within Bean Brothers Landscaping and the Homeowner/Property Manager first.
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If an agreement cannot be made, the next step is binding arbitration in Lincoln County, North Carolina.