In this series of articles, we will discuss several of the more common clauses that the roofing contractor will face.

There is a growing trend by general contractors, large and small, to develop terms and conditions for subcontractors to protect themselves from a wide range of liabilities and problems. Generally speaking, most subcontractors either do not read the terms and conditions carefully enough or they do not think that these will actually apply to them when things go wrong. Nothing could be further from the truth. But with a little effort, subcontractors can protect themselves. In this series of articles, we will discuss several of the more common clauses that the roofing contractor will face.

“Should Subcontractor be obstructed or delayed in the commencement, prosecution or completion of the Work without fault on its part, and by reason of causes which would entitle the Contractor to an extension of time under the Contract, then Subcontractor shall be entitled to an extension of time only to perform the Work which shall be equal to the extension of time to which the Contractor shall be entitled and granted by the Owner.