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Scope of Work (SOW)

Detailed list of all rehab tasks, materials, and finishes for a property.

Reviewed 9 August 2026 by Keiron Brown, Founder & Editor, CalculateRealEstateROI · Educational estimates only — not investment, financial, tax, or legal advice

Plain-English explanation

Bid-ready document — without one, contractors can't price accurately or be held accountable.

Examples

Line-item SOW: demo, framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, paint, flooring, fixtures.

Common mistakes

Vague SOWs that invite change orders.

Scope of Work (SOW)

Plain-English explanation

Examples

Common mistakes

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