Getting paid on time shouldn’t feel like a luxury. It’s the bare minimum you should expect!You’ve put your best team on site, done the graft and handed over quality work to your customer; yet somehow, the money still drags its feet and the same old excuses start pouring in. Construction payment delays hit subcontractors harder...Read More

When money gets stuck in construction, things grind to a halt fast. Payments stall. Jobs freeze. Tempers rise. That’s where we come in! At Contract Recovery Solutions (CRS), we help lenders, insolvency practitioners, and SMEs get construction debt sorted. Quickly, clearly, and without the usual drama. As construction debt recovery specialists, we know how to...Read More

Most contractors have a rough idea of what they’re owed. But “rough” doesn’t pay the bills. You need construction debt tracking! When you add up unpaid invoices, retentions, and jobs where the client’s dragging their feet, the real figure is often bigger than you think. Sometimes a lot bigger. Why You’re Probably Missing Money You’re...Read More

When it comes to recovering unpaid debts in the construction industry, choosing the right partner can make the difference between writing off a loss and maximising recoveries. While many general debt recovery agencies offer broad services, construction debt is unlike any other. Its complexity, unique structures, and technical nuances demand a specialist approach. A construction...Read More

Think you can spot a problem client before they become a problem? You probably can — especially if you know how to spot a bad client before taking the job. We’re not saying you need to hire a private investigator or stalk their LinkedIn posts. But a quick 10-minute check before agreeing to the job...Read More

Let’s talk construction late payment excuses! You finish the job. You send the invoice. Then… nothing. No payment. No reply. Just radio silence. So you follow up — politely at first. And then come the classics: “The cheque’s in the post.”“It’s with accounts.”“We’re just waiting on sign-off.” If you work in construction, chances are you’ve...Read More

Chasing Unpaid Invoices in Construction shouldn’t be this difficult! Let’s get one thing straight: chasing your own money isn’t rude. It’s not desperate. And it’s definitely not aggressive! What’s aggressive? Being left out of pocket after months of graft. Watching your cashflow dry up while someone else sits on your invoice. That’s the real problem....Read More

Late payments aren’t new. But late payments in construction are getting worse —and they’re hitting harder. Margins are tight. Cash flow is king. One late payment can knock over the whole house of cards. And yet, more and more firms are being forced to carry the burden of someone else dragging their feet. So, what’s...Read More

In the construction industry, dealing with clients who won’t settle their bills can be particularly challenging. But don’t worry; here’s a straightforward guide to help you navigate this situation effectively when you’re faced with unpaid construction invoices. 1. Send a Friendly Reminder Sometimes, a gentle nudge is all it takes. Reach out to your client...Read More

In the construction industry, managing cash flow is paramount. Delayed payments or unpaid invoices can disrupt projects and strain resources. Engaging a specialised debt collection agency can be an effective solution to recover outstanding debts. However, choosing the right debt collection agency for construction businesses requires careful consideration. Here are key factors to guide your...Read More