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Make the valuation difference clear. Agreed work: Common starting basis; Scope / quantity: What each side has measured; Rate / time: Why the figures differ; Resolution: Agreed result and open items. Answer the point at issue, line by line.
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Why Is Their Valuation Lower Than Your Claim?

A valuation gap is easier to discuss when each side can see the exact issue. Start with what is agreed, then work through the scope, quantity, rate and time points still open.

A valuation gap is easier to discuss when each side can see the exact issue. Start with what is agreed, then work through the scope, quantity, rate and time points still open.

What accounts for the difference between your claim and the assessment?

Make the valuation difference clear. Agreed work: Common starting basis; Scope / quantity: What each side has measured; Rate / time: Why the figures differ; Resolution: Agreed result and open items. Answer the point at issue, line by line.
Answer the point at issue, line by line.

Construction Valuation Disagreement: Start With Agreed Work

Put claimed and assessed sums beside the same scope. Link the instruction, plans and contract basis to each item.

Record the quantities and rates agreed. Then mark the disputed part so the team does not reopen points already settled.

Answer The Point At Issue

If quantity is agreed but rate is not, show the rate rule and build-up. If scope differs, compare the old and new work.

Send the records that support that point. Keep time and resource costs clear where they form part of the claim.

The total gap is visible. Which quantity, rate or scope point explains it?

Break the valuation gap into one question
  1. Common work

    Agree what is included and completed.

  2. Exact difference

    Isolate scope, quantity, rate or timing.

  3. Resolution

    Answer with evidence and record the result.

QSEC · Use these checks with the facts and terms of your job.

Work through the defined difference and keep any payment and notice deadlines in view.

Record What The Deal Closes

Discuss the gap with people who know the job and can agree a result. Keep payment and notice dates in view while you talk.

State whether an agreed sum is on account or final for the item. Update the register and forecast together. Get legal advice where rights or formal dispute steps remain in doubt.

General guidance. Check your signed contract and the job facts. Get legal advice where needed.

General guidance This article is not project-specific contractual or legal advice. Review the signed contract and facts before acting.

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