Practical guides on the construction draw process. Written for general contractors who build things and would rather not spend their evenings on paperwork.
How the draw cycle works from request to disbursement. Timelines, documents, parties involved, and the pitfalls that delay payment.
Read guide →Line-by-line walkthrough of the G702 and G703, retainage calculations, and the specific errors that get pay applications rejected.
Read guide →When to use each type, state-specific form requirements, and the risks of signing the wrong one. Plus how to collect waivers from subs.
Read guide →The top 10 reasons draws get kicked back, what each rejection costs in time and money, and a self-audit checklist for your next submission.
Read guide →How retainage accumulates across draws, common calculation errors, the release process, and why retainage mistakes cause draw rejections.
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