Subcontractors and tradies working on construction projects in Norwest and the Hills District Sydney area are protected by New South Wales’ Security of Payment Act 1999. Whether you’re working on a residential development, renovation, commercial project, or civil works in the Norwest area, you have a legal right to recover unpaid invoices fast — without going to court.
Your Rights Under the NSW SOP Act
The NSW Security of Payment Act gives Norwest subcontractors and tradies:
The right to serve a formal payment claim on the head contractor or builder
A legally enforced response deadline of 10 business days for a payment schedule
Access to fast adjudication — a binding decision within 10 business days
Up to 12 months from last performing work to make a claim — but act early for the strongest position
No dollar limit on claims
How PayClaim Works for Norwest Tradies
Start online: Five-minute claim form from anywhere in Norwest or greater Sydney.
Payment claim prepared and served: We draft a compliant NSW SOP Act payment claim and serve it on the head contractor.
Adjudication if needed: We manage the full adjudication process if the claim is disputed or ignored.
Get paid: Most claims resolved in 10–20 business days.
Flat fee. No lawyers. Start your free claim today.