Construction Contracts: get it clear, get it in writing (part 1)

Construction contracts formalise a project and reduce room for uncertainty or misinterpretation of the intention by the client; therefore – get it clear, get it in writing. This is the advice from Herman du Randt, senior associate at PH Attorney’s dispute resolution division. Du Randt tells the OFM Business Hour that whilst clients may question the necessity or even the type of contract they may need for their construction project, having the right contract in place for your project, which may be as small as building a house, reduces room for confusion, uncertainty, and dispute