What is a variation in the context of building works?
A16 -At the start of a building contract, you and your builder will normally have agreed the exact scope of the work to be carried out. However, as building projects get underway, you may decide, or circumstances may dictate, the need for amendments to the agreed work. If your builder agrees to carry out those amended works, they will be treated as a “variation” to your original contract. You should recognize that your builder will require payment for the additional labour and materials and there may be additional time needed on site. Additionally, if the variations do add to the builder’s time on site, there will be extra overheads such as staff costs, set up and insurances that will need to be paid for.
