the latest ICS mag has a nice article by good ole mr. Toburen that discusses the benefits....and possible negatives.... of commercial contracts.
i havent read the entire article yet (the trade magazines are typically my "bathroom reading" lol), but the short of what i gathered so far is :
benefit - definitely get a signed contract. as Rick mentioned in a thread below, someone offering a verbal conract won't always be taken as professional as someone offering a piece of paper and a pen.
negative - do NOT offer them a contract with tons-o-reading involved. if it's too complicated, it very well may scare them off. i know personally if i have to bust out my dictionary and call my lawyer to go over the fine print of a contract, i'd much rather toss it in the fireplace.
lovin the trade mag's (and especially Steve's articles!!!) --- Derek.
BTW, are mr. Toburens articles always about commercial carpet care?? seems it is all he talks about and i am glad it is!
