What is a Workmanship Warranty?

A workmanship warranty is a guarantee provided by a contractor to a client that the quality of their work will meet certain standards. The warranty period is typically 12 months but can be longer depending on the type of work involved. Workmanship warranties generally cover defects in workmanship that fail to meet the standards set out in the contract documents. Still, it does not cover any damage arising from any of the products or materials furnished or any methods employed in connection with the work.

How do you write a Workmanship Warranty?

Be clear, concise, and specific about what is and isn’t covered. Specify the duration of the warranty period—including the types of defects covered. Make sure it includes the contact information and is signed by both parties. The easiest way is to start with a template like the one provided by PandaDoc.

How long does a contractor have to warranty his work?

The workmanship warranty period is typically one year from the date of completion.

Workmanship Warranty Template

Prepared by:

Contractor: [Sender.FirstName][Sender.LastName]

Phone: [Sender.Phone]

Email: [Sender.Email]

Address: [Sender.StreetAddress][Sender.City], [Sender.State][Sender.PostalCode]

Prepared for:

Client: [Client.FirstName][Client.LastName]

Phone: [Client.Phone]

Email: [Client.Email]

Address: [Client.StreetAddress][Client.City], [Client.State][Client.PostalCode]

This Workmanship Warranty (hereinafter referred to as the "Warranty") made and entered into this [Document.CreatedDate] by and between:

Name:[Client.FirstName][Client.LastName][Client.Company]

Name:[Sender.FirstName][Sender.LastName][Sender.Company]

(Client company/name) (hereinafter referred to as "Client"); and (Contractor company/name) (hereinafter referred to as "Contractor").

Coverage

Workmanship for the (service/installation/work) is herewith warranted to be free from defects for a period of (insert number, e.g.: 1 year, 3 years) from the date of completion.

Terms and Conditions

Warranty is subject to the following:

Contractor has been paid in full for the workmanship according to contract documents.
This Warranty does not cover any damage to a person or property arising from the use of any of the products or materials furnished or any methods employed in connection with the work.
This Warranty stands null and void if any modifications or changes are made to the products or materials used in connection with the work without the prior written consent of the Contractor.
This Warranty shall only be valid if all project close-out documents have been duly received by the Contractor.

Exclusions

The following causes/reasons are not covered under this Warranty:

Damage caused by negligence, intentional misuse, or failure to properly maintain the work.
Damage is caused by conditions beyond our control, such as, but not limited to, acts of God (floods, lightning, etc.), war, civil unrest, or governmental regulation.
Any changes or modifications to the work performed by anyone other than the Contractor's authorized representatives.
Damage caused due to racks, crazing, mold, mildew, or other fungi.
Failure of the site to be prepared in accordance with our specifications prior to commencing work. This can include but is not limited to, excavations not being properly backfilled and compacted, or the site not being adequately drained.
This warranty does not cover any costs associated with the removal and/or reinstallation of the work.

Claims

All the claims under this Warranty must be submitted in writing within (insert number, eg: 15 days, 30 days, 45 days) days of the defect becoming apparent.
The claim should be accompanied by proof of purchase and must include photographic evidence of the defect.
The Contractor must be given a reasonable opportunity to investigate all claims and to remedy any defects found. Subsequently, the Contractor reserves the right to inspect the work in question and determine, in its sole discretion, whether the workmanship is defective.
Client understands that failure to give timely notice as set out in this clause will void this Warranty.

Resolution

In the event that a problem with the work should arise, the Contractor will have a reasonable time, not to exceed (insert number) days, to remedy the problem.

Replacement products, if required, will be new and of the same type, quality, and function as the originals, unless otherwise mutually agreed.

Non-transferable

This Warranty is non-transferable and shall be void if the ownership of the property on which the work was performed is transferred to another party prior to the expiration of the warranty period.

Governing Law

This Contract will be governed under the laws of [Sender.State], and the venue of any dispute arising over this Contract shall be in (City), (State).

Agreed and Accepted

By signing below, the Client and Contractor agree to the terms of this Warranty. Thank you for choosing our company. If you have any questions regarding this warranty, please do not hesitate to contact us at (insert contact information).

Signature

MM / DD / YYYY

Signature

[Client.FirstName][Client.LastName]

[Sender.FirstName][Sender.LastName]