Snow Removal Contract Template

This Snow Removal Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into on [Date], by and between:

Property Address: [Address or Addresses where the snow removal will take place]

1. Statement of Work: The Snow Removal Business agrees to perform the following snow removal services:

• Plowing: [Specify areas to be plowed, e.g., driveways, parking lots] - [One-time service/Ongoing maintenance service]
• Sanding: [Specify areas to be sanded, e.g., driveways, walkways] - [One-time service/Ongoing maintenance service]
• Shoveling: [Specify areas to be shoveled, e.g., walkways, steps] - [One-time service/Ongoing maintenance service]
• Additional Services: [List any additional services, e.g., snow blowing, roof clearing] - [Specify if they are add-ons and their costs]
• Season Length: This contract covers the period from [Start Date] to [End Date].

2. Service Standards:

• Snowfall Amount: Snow removal will be performed when snow accumulation reaches [specify amount, e.g., 2 inches].
• Service Timing: Snow removal services will be conducted within [specify time, e.g., 4 hours] after the snowfall ends.
• Holiday Exceptions: No services will be performed on [specify holidays, e.g., Christmas, New Year's Day].

3. Client Responsibilities:

• Vehicle Movement: The Client must move vehicles by [specify time, e.g., 7 AM] to accommodate plowing.
• Accessibility: The Client must ensure clear access to areas requiring snow removal.

4. Fees and Payment Schedule:

• Fee Arrangement: The fee for snow removal services is [specify fee arrangement, e.g., flat fee, seasonal price, hourly rate].
• Payment Schedule: Payments will be made as follows: [specify payment schedule, e.g., monthly, upon completion of service].
• Payment Methods: Acceptable methods of payment include [specify methods, e.g., check, bank transfer, online payment].

5. Insurance and Safety Requirements:

• The Snow Removal Business agrees to maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Proof of insurance will be provided to the Client upon request.
• The Snow Removal Business will adhere to all relevant safety regulations while performing the services.

6. Responsibility for Damages: The Snow Removal Business is responsible for any damages caused to the Client's property due to negligence or improper use of equipment. The Client must report any damages within [specify time, e.g., 24 hours] of occurrence.

7. Limitation of Liability: The Snow Removal Business is not liable for any injuries or damages to third parties that occur as a result of the services performed, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

8. Amendments: This Agreement may be amended only by a written document signed by both parties. Any changes must be discussed and agreed upon by both parties before they take effect.

9. Termination:

• By Either Party: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [specify notice period, e.g., 30 days] written notice.
• For Cause: Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately if the other party breaches any material provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within [specify period, e.g., 10 days] after receiving written notice of the breach.

10. Dispute Resolution and Remedies:

• Negotiation: The parties will first attempt to resolve the dispute through informal negotiation.
• Mediation: If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, the parties agree to attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation.
• Arbitration: If the dispute is not resolved through mediation, it will be submitted to binding arbitration under the rules of the [specify arbitration association, e.g., American Arbitration Association].
• Legal Remedies: The parties agree that the arbitrator's decision will be final and binding and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.

11. Unforeseeable Circumstances/Acts of God: Neither party will be held liable for failure to perform their obligations under this Agreement due to unforeseen circumstances or acts of God (e.g., natural disasters, severe weather, pandemics).

12. Signatures: By signing below, the parties agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Snow Removal Contract.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, whether written or oral. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.