Every construction business faces quiet spells — delayed jobs, slow-paying clients, seasonal dips, or projects pushed back at the last minute. The firms that survive (and grow) aren’t the ones with the biggest contracts… they’re the ones with the strongest financial planning.
Retentions are a constant frustration in UK construction — money earned, but not received, sometimes for 12–24 monthsafter completing a job. For many construction businesses, retentions quietly erode cashflow, distort margins, and make forecasting almost impossible.
Slow payments are one of the biggest pain points in UK construction. Late invoices choke cashflow, delay payroll, and make it difficult to plan for growth. The good news? You can take back control of your payment cycle with a few smart systems and conversations.
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