Where margin pressure starts
Margin pressure usually starts when unknowns become promises or provisional areas are hidden in the total.
Controls before sending
Separate cost categories, tag uncertain items and make assumptions clear before the price goes to the client.
Use the client report
The client report should explain what is included, what depends on later selections and what is excluded from the fixed price.
FAQs
How can builders protect margin on fixed-price work?
By making assumptions, exclusions, allowances and scope gaps visible before the fixed price is issued.
Should contingency be shown separately?
Internally it should be visible so the builder understands what risk is being carried.
Use this thinking on a real project pack
Send drawings, specifications, notes or a current quote. Quotify will show how the project can be structured for review.
