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Termite Damage Repair
Termite Damage Repair guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Termite Damage Repair? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Termite Damage Repair work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Termite Damage Repair work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Termite Damage Repair labor cost? What are the important Termite Damage Repair quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Termite Damage Repair - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Termite Damage Repair? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Termite Damage Repair expect to pay between $183.00 to $762.50 per repair. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Termite Damage Repair work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are usually required for Termite Damage Repair. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Termite Damage Repair work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Termite Damage Repair work? | The operation and performance of the framing material may be adversely affected by inexperience or poor installation techniques. Hire service providers for Termite Damage Repair carefully and be sure to tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (from the list below). |
| Is Termite Damage Repair something that I can do myself? | The typical Termite Damage Repair project can be completed by a moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Termite Damage Repair requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Termite Damage Repair work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 4 days. |
Termite Damage Repair - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Termite Damage Repair. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Termite Damage Repair work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Termite Damage Repair will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- A detailed framing material layout - showing material placement and all joints/seams - will be reviewed and approved before work begins
- Installed framing material surface variations along a 4 foot straight edge will not exceed 1/8 inch - from any location along any direction
- The framing material will be constructed so that the lines formed by diagonally opposite corners are the same length (no more than 1/8 inch difference)
- Finished framing material will feel uniformly solid and rigid under pressure
- The framing material will be solidly attached and not slide, rock, twist or move when used
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
Termite Damage Repair - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Termite Damage Repair. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the framing material work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Determine if permit is required for Termite Damage Repair by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written contract, including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; ensure that contract is signed before work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of framing material, before any work begins
- Review quantity calculations for framing material and any associated construction materials; overage /waste should be less than 7.5% of calculated quantities
- Manage delivery of framing material; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Store framing material in a secure, dry location that is fully protected from the elements prior to installation
- Install framing material using vinyl coated framing nails, in compliance manufacturer recommendations and applicable local building code(s)
- Patch holes, gaps and openings left by the Termite Damage Repair; patch must be flush to the surrounding surface and seamlessly match the texture and color of surrounding surfaces
- Patch holes, gaps and openings left by the Termite Damage Repair work; patch must be secure and match shape, texture and color of surrounding surfaces
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Termite Damage Repair and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
