Terms & Warranties

Terms, Conditions & Warranty

Effective Date: January 16, 2026

BUILDER / GC PAYMENT TERMS & FLORIDA LIEN NOTICE

Payment Terms

Payments are structured to align with engineering, material procurement, fabrication, and installation milestones for custom staircase systems.

60% Initial Deposit – Due Upon Approval
Due upon acceptance of this invoice to authorize engineering coordination, shop drawings, material procurement, and fabrication scheduling. All custom materials are non-refundable once released.
30% Progress Payment – Due Upon Material Readiness or Installation Start
Due when structural steel, wood treads, or glass railing materials are fabricated, released, delivered, or installation commences, whichever occurs first.
10% Final Payment – Due Upon Substantial Completion
Due upon completion of the contracted scope and final walkthrough.

Independent Payment Obligation

Payments due under this agreement are not contingent upon owner payment, lender disbursement, construction loan schedules, inspections, or issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy (CO). Client’s payment obligations are independent of third-party conditions.

Florida Lien Rights Notice

Under Florida law (Chapter 713, Florida Statutes), any person or company furnishing labor, services, or materials for the improvement of real property may have lien rights on the property if not paid in full. Failure to remit payment when due may result in the recording of a construction lien.

Suspension of Work

Contractor reserves the right to suspend fabrication, delivery, or installation for non-payment without penalty or schedule liability. Delays caused by non-payment shall result in schedule extensions and may incur remobilization costs.

Lien Preservation

Any lien release provided shall be partial and conditional, limited only to the amount actually received, and shall not waive rights to unpaid balances, change orders, retainage, or future payments.

Enforcement

Client agrees to be responsible for all reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs, and enforcement expenses incurred by Contractor in the collection of unpaid amounts, as permitted by Florida law.

5 YEAR WARRANTY

TF Stairs provides a 5-year limited warranty on all labor and materials supplied for this project, effective from the date of final installation.

This warranty covers:

Defects in workmanship
Structural integrity of stair treads, stringers, and railing components
Finish defects resulting from manufacturing (excluding normal wear and tear)

This warranty does not cover:

Damage caused by misuse, neglect, or improper maintenance
Modifications or repairs performed by others without written consent
Natural variations in wood grain, color, or texture
Movement or cracking due to humidity or climate changes

If a defect covered by this warranty arises, TF Stairs will, at its discretion, repair or replace the affected components at no cost to the client.

Orders are not subject to cancellation or refund once production has begun.

NOTICE: Color, grain variations, and veining are natural characteristics of wood and are not considered defects. These features showcase the uniqueness of each piece and may vary from samples or images seen in our showroom or website.

SITE PREPARATION

The site must be prepared and ready for installation. If the site is not ready after TF Stairs’ recommendations and our crew arrives, a trip fee of $1,200 will be applied to the next progress payment.

ADDITIONAL CLAUSES TO PROTECT TF STAIRS

1. Project Timeline & Delays
TF Stairs is not responsible for project delays caused by other trades, site conditions, permitting, or inspection issues. Delays caused by others that impact our schedule may result in rescheduling fees or adjusted completion dates.

2. Change Orders
Any changes to materials, design, dimensions, or scope must be approved in writing via a signed Change Order before work proceeds. Change Orders may affect pricing and project timelines.

3. Material Storage & Handling
Once materials are delivered to the job site, the client or general contractor assumes responsibility for their protection against damage, theft, or exposure.

4. Environmental Conditions
Interior humidity must be maintained between 35–55% before, during, and after installation. TF Stairs is not liable for movement, cracking, or warping caused by improper climate control or construction moisture.

5. Site Access
The job site must be safe, accessible, and free of obstructions for TF Stairs crews and equipment. Work areas must have functioning power and lighting unless otherwise arranged.

6. Safety & Liability
TF Stairs maintains general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. The client or GC must ensure that no other trades interfere with installation or create unsafe working conditions.

7. Trip & Re-Mobilization Fees
If TF Stairs must return to the site due to incomplete work by others, blocked access, or site unpreparedness, a $1,200/day re-mobilization fee will apply.

8. Final Inspection & Acceptance
Client or GC must inspect completed work within 48 hours of completion and report any concerns in writing. If no notice is received, the project will be considered accepted and complete.

9. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes will be resolved under the laws of the State of Florida. Mediation will be attempted prior to any legal action.

10. Non-Payment Clause
Work will pause immediately if payments are delayed beyond agreed terms. TF Stairs retains the right to file a lien in accordance with Florida Statute §713 to protect its interests.