A Pay Less Notice in construction contracts is a formal written notification from the payer to the payee stating an intention to reduce the amount already certified for payment. It is a statutory right in commercial construction contracts allowing the payer to reduce the notified sum that is to be paid.
Implications
- Can reduce a certified payment impacting cash flow.
- Prevents “Smash and Grab” claims
- Can be challenged quickly using Adjudication to find the “True Value”.
How We Help
At Arbicon, we provide fast, expert support to help you navigate Pay Less Notice issues with confidence. Whether you need to issue a notice, respond to one, or challenge its validity, our team ensures you meet all contractual requirements. If you have received an invalid Pay Less Notice, we can represent you in recovering the full notified sum. Our experts also assess the true value of works, analyse delays, and prepare robust documentation to support your case in a ‘true value’ adjudication. Should a dispute arise, we manage the entire adjudication process—safeguarding your cash flow and protecting your commercial interests every step of the way.
Why Choose Us?
- Specialists in Pay Less Notices – Expert advice on issuing or challenging notices to protect your position.
- Fast, Strategic Action – We act quickly to meet deadlines and safeguard cash flow.
- Dispute & Adjudication Experts – Full support if your notice leads to adjudication.
- Proven Track Record – Decades of experience resolving construction payment disputes.
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