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Scope of work
Scope of work is the written list of what the builder will do and what the builder will deliver.
Why it matters
Scope drives price, schedule, and conflict. A clear scope prevents surprise bills and finger pointing.
Where people get this wrong
A pretty drawing is not a scope. A vague scope shifts risk to the homeowner.
Real-world example
You think the bid includes painting because the new walls are on the plan. The builder says painting was never in scope. A clear scope keeps that argument from happening.
Where this hits your build
This comes up early, before construction starts. It affects your contract, your budget, or both. Misunderstanding it can cost you money or leverage.
Most people do not just struggle with terms. They struggle with the decisions tied to them.
See how HouseChalk helps with the decisions behind terms like this