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Dealing with material cost increases
Rising material costs are putting pressure on jobs across the residential building industry. Knowing how your contract is structured isn’t optional - it’s essential to protecting your margins and keeping projects on track.
This resource breaks down how material cost increases interact with your building contract, including key clauses, risks and where you may (or may not) have options. It’s practical, clear and designed to help you make informed decisions during construction.
Get across the details before they catch you out. With the right understanding, you can manage changes, communicate clearly with clients and keep your business moving forward.
Who is it for?
Building Professionals
Residential building industry professionals.
What does it include?
- What contract you’re using
- Important contract clauses
- Rise and fall clauses
- Prime costs and provision sums
- Costs imposed by an authority
- How to respond to price increases.
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