Standard Terms & Conditions

LINE NOTICE: AS REQUIRED BY MINNESOTA LAW, WE ADVISE YOU THAT ANY PERSON OR COMPANY SUPPLYING LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THIS IMPROVEMENT TO YOUR PROPERTY MAY FILE A LIEN AGAINST YOUR PROPERTY IF THAT PERSON OR COMPANY IS NOT PAID FOR THE CONTRIBUTIONS. 

UNDER MINNESOTA LAW, YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO PAY PERSONS WHO SUPPLIED LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THIS IMPROVEMENT DIRECTLY AND DEDUCT THIS AMOUNT FROM OUR CONTRACT PRICE, OR WITHHOLD THE AMOUNTS DUE THEM FROM US UNTIL 120 DAYS AFTER THE COMPLETION OF THE IMPROVEMENT UNLESS WE GIVE YOU A LIEN WAIVER SIGNED BY PERSONS WHO SUPPLIED LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT AND WHO GAVE YOU TIMELY NOTICE. 

CHANGE ORDERS & UNFORESEEN REPAIRS: During the performance of this Contract, you may request extra work. Additionally, if we discover unforeseen conditions (e.g., hidden mold, rot, or code violations) that require repair to complete the project safely, we will issue a Change Order. (1) All extra work or unforeseen repairs will be quoted as a fixed-price addition based on the new scope of work. No additional work will commence until a written Change Order is approved. (2) We reserve the right to stop work and safely secure the site if you refuse to authorize a Change Order for essential repairs. All work performed by our partners up to the point of stoppage remains due and payable based on the original contract percentage completed. 

COMPLETION: We are not liable or responsible for any damages arising directly or indirectly from any delays resulting from the following: change orders, acts of negligence or omission of you or your employees or agents, stormy or inclement weather, lockouts, boycotts or other labor union activities, civil unrest, inability to secure materials through regular allocation of materials, failure to make payment when due, failure of you to execute a Change Order, or delays caused by inspectors of government bodies or insurance representatives concerned. 

OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS: All materials delivered to the property are our property unless and until said materials are incorporated into the improvements described in this Contract. Any materials remaining after the completion of the improvements described herein are our property and shall be removed from the property as soon as possible. 

WARRANTIES & RIGHT TO REPAIR: 

(1) All work is performed in a workmanlike manner according to industry standards. In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 327A.02, we provide a statutory warranty against defects caused by faulty workmanship or defective materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of completion. 

(2) Final Acceptance: Any cosmetic defects or non-conformance visible to the eye must be reported in writing within five (5) days of project completion. Failure to notify us within this window shall constitute conclusive evidence of your satisfaction with the cosmetic quality of the work. 

(3) Notice Requirement: For all other warranty claims, you must provide written notice of the defect within six (6) months of discovery. You must allow us a reasonable opportunity to inspect and repair the defect prior to seeking outside repairs or legal action, per the "Right to Repair" process in Minn. Stat. § 327A.03. (4) Exclusions: This warranty does not cover: (a) damage caused by ordinary wear and tear, (b) customer neglect or mistreatment, or (c) defects in materials supplied by the customer.

DAMAGES: IN THE EVENT THAT WE FAIL TO FULLY PERFORM UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS CONTRACT, YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE RECOVERY SHALL BE LIMITED TO YOUR ACTUAL DAMAGES BUT IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY SUCH RECOVERY EXCEED THE TOTAL OF ALL PAYMENTS ACTUALLY RECEIVED BY US UNDER THIS CONTRACT, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY LAW. 

COSTS/FEES: In the event that the Contractor incurs any costs, disbursements or fees, including attorney's fees ("Fees"), in collecting any amount due under this Contract or in any legal action arising under this Contract, Contractor shall be entitled to recover from you all Fees, which shall be due and payable upon demand. 

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: We reserve the right to stop work and assess additional charges if unforeseen repairs need to be done in order to fulfill contract or comply with city codes. We shall not assume responsibility for damage to city streets, curbs, sidewalks, or gutters. All permits and permit costs are not included unless stipulated in this contract. 

We shall not assume responsibility for damage to you or your neighbor's personal property, including but not limited to lawn, irrigation lines, shrubs, garage doors, trees, siding, fences, windows, flowers, utility lines, driveways, sidewalks, and mailboxes. 

We are not responsible for any delay, or damage to the property, caused by you or your employees or agents or soil slippage, water damage, earthquake, fire, riot, pandemic event, governmental decree, civil unrest, war or act of nature. 

We shall not assume any responsibility for watching children or animals 

We will provide material for your project from local suppliers that is readily available that meets industry standards 

We are not responsible for defects or variations in product or material performance caused by conditions beyond our control. The client assumes all risks associated. 

We are not responsible for any pre-existing soil or structural conditions on the property. Any pre-existing soil or structural conditions need to be assessed by an engineer hired by you prior to commencing work. Any engineer recommended additional work will be added cost. 

We are not responsible for any damage to any structure due to pre-existing soil or architectural conditions. 

LICENSING & SCOPE: Solid Oak Home Services LLC operates as a residential handyman service. We are not a licensed Residential Building Contractor. For projects requiring specialized permits (e.g., structural, major electrical, or plumbing), the homeowner is responsible for obtaining the permit as a "Property Owner" or hiring a licensed master specialty contractor. We reserve the right to decline any work that exceeds the legal scope of a handyman service in the State of Minnesota. 

The existence of and location of property lines are your responsibility, including the cost of any survey necessary to complete the work in this Contract. 

We are not responsible for priming and painting any new work unless specifically noted in this Contract.