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Security of Payment Claims for Perth Subcontractors and Tradies

Perth’s construction industry has experienced significant growth driven by resources, population growth, and major infrastructure investment. From Yagan Square to the airport extension, new hospital builds, residential developments across Perth’s vast suburban landscape, and resources-linked construction across the state, there’s substantial work for subcontractors — and substantial risk of non-payment.

Which SOP Act Applies in Perth?

Perth is in Western Australia. The Construction Contracts Act 2004 (WA) applies. Key timeframes for WA:

  • Payment claims must be served within 28 days of the reference date — act quickly
  • Respondents have 14 days to issue a payment response
  • Adjudication applications must be lodged within 28 days of the payment response (or when it was due)
  • No dollar limit on claims

WA’s 28-day payment claim window is shorter than eastern states — don’t delay.

How PayClaim Works for Perth Tradies

  1. Start online: Tell us about your unpaid invoice. Quick online form — works from any location in Perth.
  2. Payment claim prepared: We draft a WA Construction Contracts Act-compliant payment claim and serve it on time.
  3. Adjudication if needed: We manage the full WA adjudication process if the claim is disputed.
  4. Get paid: Most Perth claims resolved in 2–4 weeks.

Flat fee. No lawyers. PayClaim serves Perth subcontractors across all trades — from the CBD to the outer suburbs and regional WA.

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