Template for scope of work and independent contractor agreement paperwork

[Karin Crompton]

Hi - I have a couple of templates but am not in love with any of them. Are there any samples here on BP or can someone point me in the right direction?

I'm looking for a good scope of work template that helps detail the work to be performed so there is little to nothing left out; and one that would detail the costs as well, plus, perhaps, milestones.

I'm finding that contractors will quote for an entire job, which is of course better than trying to give me an hourly rate ... but at the same time, how do I know what they're charging for different aspects? Ex: I'm embarking on a rehab that includes new windows, sheetrocking, painting, refinishing hardwoods, etc. I need to spell out milestones so we're clear on when the payments are coming, and I'd also like to know what each aspect costs me. If we have an unexpected expense, ideally I'd love to be able to point to another area of the rehab and tell the contractor to ditch that work b/c of this other cost that arose.

Second - maybe this would be included in the scope of work, but I'd also like to have the contractor sign paperwork that spells out that he/she is an independent contractor.

Thanks!