For contractors

Debt collection alternative for contractors chasing unpaid construction invoices

Before escalating to debt collection, PayClaim helps contractors prepare and serve Security of Payment claim documents online for a fixed $69.

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✓Fixed $69 per claim
✓No commission
✓Start free, pay when ready
✓All states & territories
Payment claim ● Draft claim
Claim typeConstruction work
Amount unpaid$18,200
EvidenceInvoice, quote, photos, messages
PAYCLAIM FEE $69 once-off

Why contractors get stuck chasing payment

Unpaid invoices can happen even after the work is completed, approved and invoiced.

Invoices overdue
Follow-ups ignored
Client delaying payment
Considering debt collection
Your options

Security of Payment laws may help you take formal action

Security of Payment laws are designed to help contractors and subcontractors claim payment for construction work. The exact process and deadlines depend on the state or territory where the work was completed.

✓You may be able to serve a payment claim
✓The respondent may need to respond within a set timeframe
✓If they do not pay or respond, further options may be available
✓Records of invoices, site work and correspondence can help support your claim

PayClaim does not provide legal advice. If your matter is complex, disputed or already in legal proceedings, seek advice from a qualified construction lawyer.

Before you start

What you need before escalating an unpaid invoice

✓Invoice or payment request
✓Quote, contract or purchase order
✓Site or project address
✓Respondent / head contractor details
✓Photos of completed work
✓Messages, emails or approvals
✓Variation records
✓Proof of delivery, testing, completion or supply (if available)
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The process

How PayClaim works

1

Tell us about the invoice

Enter the amount unpaid, project details, respondent information and where the work was completed.

2

Upload your evidence

Add your invoice, quote, contract, site photos, messages, approvals or variation records.

3

PayClaim prepares the claim

PayClaim prepares the payment claim documents based on the information you provide.

4

PayClaim serves the claim

PayClaim electronically serves the claim and gives you a record of what was sent.

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One fixed $69 fee. No commission. No subscription.

$69per claim

No subscription · no commission · no success fee.

✓Payment claim preparation
✓Electronic service
✓Proof of service record
✓Dashboard access
✓Response deadline tracking
✓Email support
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Start for free. Only pay when you're ready for PayClaim to prepare and serve your claim.

What PayClaim does and does not do

What PayClaim helps with

✓Preparing payment claim documents
✓Serving the claim electronically
✓Recording proof of service
✓Organising claim information
✓Showing claim deadlines
✓Helping you take the first formal step

What PayClaim does not provide

—Legal advice
—Debt collection calls
—Adjudication representation
—Court enforcement
—Guaranteed payment outcomes
—Advice on complex disputes

PayClaim is not a law firm, debt collection agency, adjudicator or court enforcement service. For complex disputes, adjudication, legal proceedings or enforcement, seek advice from a qualified construction lawyer.

Common unpaid invoice scenarios for contractors

Client ignoring payment reminders
Invoice overdue for completed construction work
Considering debt collection but want a formal first step
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Unpaid invoice and debt collection FAQs

Can Contractors use Security of Payment laws?+

Contractors may be able to use Security of Payment laws for construction-related work, depending on the state, contract and circumstances.

Does PayClaim guarantee I will get paid?+

No. PayClaim does not guarantee payment or recovery. PayClaim prepares and serves payment claim documents based on the information you provide.

What evidence should I upload?+

Useful evidence may include invoices, quotes, contracts, purchase orders, site photos, emails, text messages, approvals, variation records and proof of completion.

How much does PayClaim cost?+

PayClaim is fixed at $69 per claim. There is no subscription, no commission and no success fee.

Is PayClaim a law firm?+

No. PayClaim is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, adjudication representation, debt collection or court enforcement.

What happens after the claim is served?+

The respondent may pay, respond, dispute the claim or ignore it. Your next options depend on the state, contract, amount claimed and circumstances.

Is PayClaim a debt collection agency?+

No. PayClaim is not a debt collection agency. PayClaim helps prepare and serve payment claim documents for construction payment claims based on the information you provide.

Should I use PayClaim before debt collection?+

PayClaim may help you take a formal first step under Security of Payment processes before considering other options. Whether it is suitable depends on your state, contract and circumstances.

Chasing an unpaid construction invoice?

Before escalating to debt collection, start your PayClaim and take a formal first step for a fixed $69.

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