Change-order tool

Change Order Checker

Review a contractor change order before approving extra work. Compare the requested amount with the original contract, check documentation, spot missing details, and prepare follow-up questions.

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Quote confidence workflow

1. Build a rough planning range.
2. Check scope and line items.
3. Compare assumptions across bids.
4. Ask better questions before signing.

Enter change-order details

Project type

Original contract amountChange order amount

Primary reason for changeSchedule impact in daysUse 0 if the contractor says there is no schedule impact.Short description

Written description of the added or changed workPrice breakdown for labor, materials, and markupReason for the change is explainedTimeline impact is statedWritten approval required before work continuesPhotos, measurements, or inspection notes are attachedPermit or inspection impact is addressed

Change-order review output

Enter the original contract amount and change-order amount to review documentation, red flags, and follow-up questions.

The tool runs in your browser, does not store your notes, and does not create an indexable result page.

What this tool checks

Whether the change order amount is a small, moderate, or major share of the original contract.

Whether the contractor explained scope, labor, materials, schedule impact, permits, and approval terms in writing.

Which questions to ask before signing so the change does not become a vague surprise charge.

Avoid surprise change orders Review a change order Compare contractor quotes Methodology Disclaimer

Have a contractor quote in hand?

Check the rough range, missing line items, red flags, and follow-up questions before you sign.

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