3C Electric - Licensed Electrician Providing Electrical Services in Hartford Area

Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions:

project Estimates:

  • All estimates we give are based on knowledge provided to us, or found through diagnostics, and are subject to change if presented with new information.

  • When giving prices, we assume that all previous work was completed properly and professionally.

  • Permit fees are not included in estimates unless otherwise stated.

  • Our estimates must be signed, or written approval provided, prior to beginning a project.

  • Estimates may need to be changed before work starts, even if they have been approved.

  • Estimates expire after 30 days if not specified.

Working Terms:

Project Scheduling:

  • Projects will be scheduled and completed based on our staffing availability.

  • Labor is dependent on material availability. Lead times on materials are not controlled by us and affect when labor can be performed.

  • Outdoor labor is scheduled with weather conditions in mind; this can cause delay.

Permits and Inspections:

  • Permits will be applied for on projects that require them, or are otherwise necessary.

  • Once all permits are issued, and work is complete, a final inspection must be completed in order to close out any open permits.

  • Permit approval and inspection scheduling can be lengthy depending on the city or town. Unfortunately, this is out of our control and may delay project completion.

Our Expectations:

  • We assume that all previous contractors have completed work properly and professionally. Any issues that arise due to previous labor can not be predicted.

  • When doing repairs we assume that all points related to our project have electricity provided to them.

  • Materials provided to us are presumed to be functional and correct for the application.

  • Any onsite material storage for a project is assumed to be the client’s responsibility.

  • Our employees will do their best to leave a site clean upon completion. Some debris may remain.

  • Damage to property will always be avoided, but is sometimes unavoidable.

  • Items hidden inside of walls or ceilings are not known to us unless we are told about them prior to starting.

    ex: Wires, pipes, and other materials.

  • Any damage caused due to the above is not our responsibility. To avoid damage the client may open walls beforehand or accept the terms.

Safety:

  • Our employees can refuse to engage in any working conditions that they deem unsafe to themselves or their coworkers.

  • When working outdoors, employees may pause work if weather conditions become unsafe.

  • Employees have a right to be treated fairly. Labor can be refused or canceled if an employee feels unsafe or threatened.

Billing terms:

Invoicing:

  • Our standard payment terms are Net 30.

  • Payment terms can be negotiated based on client needs; this must be done prior to invoicing.

  • Late fees of 1% per month will be added to invoices past our payment terms.

  • Discounts on invoices can be added or subtracted at any time based on how we see fit.

  • Permit fees not present on the initial estimate or invoice may be added after an invoice is sent; or sent separately as a second invoice.

  • Material preference, such as branding, will be chosen at our own discretion unless otherwise agreed upon beforehand.

  • If materials are being stored onsite, any replacements for lost or stolen materials will be invoiced to the client.

  • Special order materials can not be changed or canceled, and will be billed accordingly.

  • Labor due to change orders, or disagreements, will have a standard hourly rate charged for any extra labor associated with these.

    ex: If a client does not agree with a light fixture style and would like to change it.

  • Diagnostic fees are charged based on a one hour minimum regardless of time spent.

  • Labor performed outside of normal operating hours is subject to varying rates; such as costs associated with overtime and emergencies.

  • Unexpected costs not originally estimated for, but required by an inspector, must be completed and billed accordingly.

  • We have the right to charge any fees associated with a client’s returned check.

Untimely Payments:

  • The client agrees to pay invoices in a timely manner based on payment terms agreed upon.

  • In order to secure a means of compensation for labor provided, property liens may be filed within the timeframe allowed by law.

  • Open invoices past payment terms may be brought to court for resolution.

  • If unpaid invoices are taken to court, they may have additional charges added to the total due.

    ex: Hours spent attempting to collect payments.

  • Attorney fees are subject to appendment for any claims brought to court.

labor Warranty and legalities:

  • A 12 month warranty will be provided on labor starting on the date of completion.

  • Our warranty covers labor provided by us, but excludes any materials.

  • All clients waive their rights to any legal actions targeting 3C Electric Systems LLC 6 months past warranty expiration; 18 months after project completion.

  • Legal actions made by 3C Electric Systems LLC are not affected by the statement above, and can be taken at any point.

  • Agreement to our terms includes acceptance that 3C Electric Systems LLC can not be brought to court for more than $500.00 per job.

  • If our terms above have been agreed to once by the client, it is assumed that the client agrees to these terms for any future jobs as well.