Constructive Change
Constructive change definition. Learn how owner actions or lack thereof can legally force a change without a formal written order.
Calculation Formula
Claim = Owner Action (or Inaction) + Contractor Cost Increase Real Contractor Example
The owner refuses to approve a submittal on time, forcing the contractor to pay for overtime to stay on schedule. This is a constructive change.
Put This Into Practice
Knowing the definition is step one. RemodelFin tracks this in real time on every job — no spreadsheets.