Parr v. Howell

POEEENBARGER, JUDGE:

This writ of error requires review of a judgment in favor of an owner against a contractor for the cost of completion of a house, incurred under the provisions of the standard builders contract, recommended, it is said, by the American Institute of Architects and the National Association of Builders. Howell bound himself to furnish the materials and labor for the building and complete it at a cost not exceeding the sum of $18,800.00, including his commission of 6 per cent., guaranteed it not to cost more than $18,800.00, and agreed to pay Parr any excess of cost, in case…