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General contractor payment demand letter template
Use this template if you are a general contractor requesting payment for construction services.
Published Jan 20, 2026 • Updated Jul 13, 2026
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Construction notice checkpoint
This demand asks a customer to pay; it does not preserve mechanics-lien, bond-claim, or other statutory construction rights. If a notice deadline may apply, check the matching workflow before relying on the demand: California 20-Day Preliminary Notice, Arizona 20-Day Preliminary Notice, Texas Notice of Claim for Unpaid Labor or Materials, or Florida Notice to Owner / Notice to Contractor.
Copy/paste template
[Your Company Name]
[Your Company Address]
[City, State ZIP]
[Phone]
[Email]
[Date]
[Client Name]
[Client Company]
[Client Address]
[City, State ZIP]
Re: Payment demand - Invoice #[Invoice Number]
Project Address: [Job Site Address]
Amount Due: $[Amount]
Original Due Date: [Date]
Hello [Client Name],
This letter is a formal demand for payment of $[Amount] for construction services performed at [Job Site Address].
Please remit payment in full by [Deadline Date].
Payment options: [methods].
Payment instructions: [link or address].
If you believe this is in error, contact me at [phone/email].
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Title]
[Company]
Before you mail (checklist)
- Invoice number, amount, and due date are correct.
- Job site address is accurate.
- Deadline date is clear.
- Payment instructions are included.
Recommended mailing method
If you need proof of delivery, use Certified Mail with electronic return receipt (First Class only). If the deadline is tight, consider Express (1-3 business days). Certified Mail is only available with First Class.
Certified Mail with electronic return receipt (First Class only)
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing the job site address.
- No deadline date.
- Unclear payment instructions.
- Sending to the wrong recipient or address.
What you get
- • General contractor demand template
- • Certified Mail with electronic return receipt (First Class only)
- • First Class or Express delivery options
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FAQs
- Can I include the contract or change orders?
- Yes. Combine the letter and attachments into one PDF.
- Do you offer tracking?
- Yes. Add Certified Mail with electronic return receipt (First Class only).
Ready to get started?
Attach the unpaid invoice and supporting records, then review the complete mailed packet.