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What is Change Order?
A change order is a written modification to the original contract — adding scope, changing materials, or extending the schedule — with an updated price. Change orders are where many projects blow their budget.
Examples
- Adding a second bathroom to a remodel mid-project.
- Upgrading from laminate to quartz countertops.
- Extending a deadline after a permit delay, with new daily costs.
Why this matters
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