Winter 2025 Lighting Terms & Agreement

The Contractor Agreement
This Customer Contract (the “Contract”), by and between Before the Door Co LLC  (“Company”) and Client, sometimes referred to herein collectively as the “Parties”, is made effective the moment that Client accepts Company’s proposal or estimate.

WHEREAS, Company wishes for Client to understand Company’s expectations in
exchange for the services Company provides;

WHEREAS, Company wishes to provide the following services, temporary
light installation, to Client in accordance with the terms of this Contract.

WHEREAS, Client wishes for Company to perform the aforementioned services at
Client’s property in accordance with the terms of this Contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, including but not limited to
the consideration described below, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. Acceptance of Terms.
Client understands that by accepting an estimate provided by Company, Client agrees to all of the terms and conditions contained in this Contract. Client authorizes Company to accomplish the job specified in the estimate. Client further agrees to hold Company and its subcontractors harmless for any property damage not caused by Company’s negligence. Company is not responsible for damages already noted during pre-inspection, when providing an estimate, or during on-site pre-work inspection, including but not limited to damages to loose siding, paint, wood, trim, windows, oxidation, landscaping, or roofing.

2. Binding Agreement.
This Contract serves as a binding agreement between Client and Company. This Contract constitutes the sole and entire agreement between the parties hereto and no modification of this Contract shall be binding unless signed by all parties or assigns to this Contract. No representation, promise, or inducement not included in this Contract shall be binding on any party hereto.

3. Authorizations.
a. Client shall allow Company, its employees, and representatives access to Client’s property to accomplish the requested services. Client further agrees to allow Company to visit the property prior to the date of service for assessment and after the services were performed for a follow-up check. The aforementioned visits may be done with short or no notice.

b. Company equipment is powered by Company’s systems, so Company will not connect to Client’s home’s electrical supply for non-lighting use cases. 

c. Company cannot proceed with any service if Client has ongoing construction and/or home improvement projects going on. Client is hereby advised to schedule Company’s services to be performed on dates when no construction and/or home improvement projects are being completed. A cancellation fee of $150.00 shall be charged to Client if Company arrives at Client’s property for any scheduled service and construction and/or home improvement projects are ongoing.

d. During unavoidable circumstances, such as emergency or inclement weather conditions, Company shall perform the requested services on the next available business day. Client acknowledges that as much as Company wants to accommodate a quick reschedule, Company has other considerations to take into account such as working with other scheduled clients and weather situations.

4. Risks and Releases of Liability.
a. Company has expert technicians who install Christmas lights. Company always takes extra precautions not only to keep Company’s technicians safe but also to avoid causing any damage to Client’s property. However, damage can be inevitable due to various reasons like poor maintenance, neglect, or low-grade building materials. Client is advised to implement routine maintenance on the property to avoid damage. Company shall not be held liable for any damages that occur due to improper maintenance, neglect, or low-grade building materials.

b. On the date of the service, Company will note any pre-existing damage to the area to be serviced using a checklist sheet that will be submitted to the Client prior to starting work if necessary. In cases when Client cannot approve, Company will note the absence and take photos of the noted damages. Client or the homeowner should also sign (electronically) the checklist sheet as proof that they have been informed of any preexisting damage. If Client is not present, Company’s employee in charge of the service will notify Client of the noted damages with supporting documents. If Company found any new damage, the services will stop until Client can see the damage and acknowledge its existence.

c. Company implements several safety procedures before starting at the Clients property and is not responsible for damage incurred to an outlet with improper installation, broken cover, or missing outlet cover. Exterior outlets are required to have a GFCI outlet, a weatherproof box and cover, as well as proper wiring and grounding.

5. Exclusions & Limitations.
a. To secure service, a deposit may be required. This amount is non-refundable and will be deducted from the total quoted price once the service is completed on Client’s invoice. The deposit must be paid to keep Client’s scheduled slot in connection with approving the quote sent via signature. As an example, if a job is quoted at $300.00, a $75.00 deposit is required, leaving the remaining $225.00 balance due after service. This will be prepared for Client with details from Company’s office manager.

b. Lights are not sold to client as part of this agreement; lights are cut to size and rented. Company will keep lights in off season to ensure they are properly organized and stored for minimal damage.

c. A cancellation fee of $150.00 will be assessed if Client cancels service
without prior notice 72 hours or more before the date of service. The same applies when Company has arrived on the scheduled date and cannot proceed because of ongoing
construction work.

d. A fee of $100.00 will be assessed if Company returns to the site to review
a noted issue or complaint by Client and Company finds that the issue was not caused by Company’s negligence.

e. A $45.00 processing fee will be assessed in the case of returned checks.

f. Client understands that Company should be notified in advance in writing
if there are particular surfaces in the area or its surrounding that are sensitive to Company’s cleaning solution. If not, Company is not responsible for any ill-effect that it may cause on any surface.

6. Company’s Damages Liability.
Company is liable for any damage to properties that is a direct result of the company’s negligence like operator errors and willful misconduct. Damages must be reported to the company not more than two days after the completion of the service, otherwise those damages are waived. Client agrees to allow Company 30 calendar days from the date of being notified of any potential damages to inspect and cure the issue(s) prior to Client initiating any action related to the alleged damages.

7. Severability.
If any provision of this Contract or the application thereof is held invalid by a court, arbitrator, or government agency of competent jurisdiction, the Parties agree that such a determination of invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of the Contract which can be given effect without the invalid provisions and thus shall remain in full force and effect or application.

8. Attorneys’ Fees and Costs.
If at any point either Party breaches the commitments contained within this Contract, the non-breaching Party is entitled to recover all of its reasonable attorneys’ fees and all other reasonable costs incurred in the preparation and service of any notice or demand hereunder, whether or not a legal action is subsequently commenced.

9. No Waiver of Breach.
The failure to enforce any provision of this Contract shall not be construed as a waiver of any such provision, nor prevent a Party thereafter from enforcing the provision or any other provision of this Contract. The rights granted the Parties are cumulative, and the election of one shall not constitute a waiver of such Party’s right to assert all other legal and equitable remedies available under the circumstances.

10. Choice of Law.
The validity and construction of this Contract shall be determined under New York law, without regard to its internal conflicts of laws rules.

11. Amendments to the Contract.
This Contract shall not be altered, amended, or modified by oral representation made before or after the execution of this Contract. All amendments or changes of any kind must be in writing, executed by all Parties.

12. Forum Selection; Jurisdiction; Venue.
For purposes of any action or proceeding arising out of this Contract, the parties hereto expressly submit to the jurisdiction of all federal and state courts located in Suffolk County, New York. Further, Parties waive and agree not to assert in any such action, suit or proceeding that they are not personally subject to the jurisdiction of such courts, that the action, suit or proceeding is brought in an inconvenient forum or that venue of the action, suit, or proceeding is improper.

This Agreement is effective the moment the client accepts the proposal and is reinforced upon payment of any amount.