retainage

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Retainage

The amount that a construction company is owed but is not paid until a project is completed and passes muster with the client. Retainage is a form of quality control.

retainage

Money withheld and not paid until completion of a project and inspection of the goods or services provided.Typically,10 percent of a construction contract price will be withheld until final inspection.

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