LANDSCAPING SERVICES AGREEMENT (DELAWARE)
This Landscaping Services Agreement ('Agreement') is entered into between Delaware Creative Hardscapes LLC ('Contractor') and the undersigned client ('Client') for landscaping services, hardscape, lighting, and/or drainage services to be performed at the property listed in the proposal ('Project').
1. SCOPE OF WORK
Contractor agrees to perform the services described in the approved proposal, estimate, or design plan ('Scope of Work'). Any work not expressly included is excluded unless agreed to in writing via a change order. The contract terms are designed to ensure clarity and mutual understanding of the expectations.
2. PAYMENT TERMS
A non-refundable deposit of ___% is due upon signing this Agreement to secure scheduling, labor, and materials. Progress payments may be required based on project milestones as outlined in the proposal. Final payment is due immediately upon substantial completion of the Project, regardless of punch-list or minor corrective items. Any balance not paid within 5 calendar days of invoice date will be considered delinquent. Delinquent balances shall accrue interest at 1.5% per month (18% annually) or the maximum allowed by Delaware law, whichever is less. Contractor may stop work, remove crews, withhold documentation, delay completion, and suspend warranties for non-payment without penalty. NO PAYMENT = NO WARRANTY. All warranty terms are void and unenforceable until Contractor has received full and final payment. Client agrees to pay all costs of collection, including attorney’s fees, court costs, arbitration fees, expert fees, lien filing fees, collection agency fees, and any related expenses.
3. SECURITY FOR PAYMENT & PERSONAL GUARANTEE
Client acknowledges Contractor’s right to file a mechanic’s lien or other security interest as permitted under Delaware law for any unpaid balance.
If Client is an entity (LLC, corporation, partnership, trust, or other), the undersigned individual unconditionally and personally guarantees payment of all sums due under this Agreement. This guarantee shall survive completion or termination of the Project. Client waives notice of default and agrees that Contractor may pursue collection against Client and/or Guarantor simultaneously.
4. CLIENT OBLIGATIONS
Client agrees to:
- Provide clear access to the work area
- Mark or disclose known underground utilities, irrigation, septic, or drainage systems
- Maintain pets and ensure safety during construction
- Make timely payments per this Agreement
Contractor is not responsible for damage to unmarked or unknown utilities.
5. PLANT WARRANTY
All newly installed plants are covered by a 15-month limited warranty, provided:
- Proper watering and maintenance are performed
- Temporary or permanent irrigation is operational
- Warranty covers one-time replacement only of plant material
- Warranty does not cover loss due to drought, flooding, pests, disease, freezing, vandalism, or neglect
- Labor for replacement may be billed unless otherwise stated