Is Your Dream Remodel a Nightmare?
Quickly and Affordably.
Get Expert Help
Surpass Services helps Southern California homeowners resolve contractor disputes – without the cost or delays of litigation.
If your project was left unfinished, over budget, or full of costly mistakes, we can help. As a licensed general contractor, very experienced construction consultant, expert witness, and construction dispute specialist, we resolve contractor issues quickly, affordably, and – often – without the need for a construction attorney.
Fast. Proven. Affordable.
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100% success rate
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35+ years of hands-on experience
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Your dispute resolved in weeks, not months or years
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About half the cost of an attorney
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Over 350 cases resolved
A Smarter, Faster, More Cost-Effective Way to Resolve Construction Disputes
Most construction disputes involve delays, cost overruns, shoddy workmanship, or payment problems. But you don’t need to hire a construction lawyer.
As an expert construction consultant, Surpass Services combines expert analysis and decades of hands-on experience to help homeowners resolve remodeling and construction issues without the pain of litigation.
Hands-On Help. Real Results. No Lawyer Required
If you’re dealing with poor craftsmanship, delays, inflated costs, or a contractor who won’t take responsibility, Surpass Services can help you resolve the dispute – quickly, affordably, and without jumping straight to a lawyer.
We specialize in:
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Dispute resolution without litigation
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Customized strategies that work
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Precise cost analysis that holds up in court
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Expert testimony that strengthens your case
Construction disputes don’t always require an attorney. But they do need an expert who can make sense of the mess. That’s where we come in.
OUR SERVICES
Construction Disputes Resolved with Expertise and Clarity.
With over 35 years of experience, Surpass Services brings trusted insight and hands-on knowledge to every case. Whether you’re dealing with contractor issues, payment conflicts, or construction defects, we help you understand your options and act without unnecessary legal costs.
We help with:
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Change Orders – Review of requested changes for validity, accuracy, fairness and project impact
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Construction Defects – Inspection and assessment of faulty work, materials, or installation, with estimated repair costs
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Construction Disputes – Fast, affordable resolution of contractor conflicts without immediate legal escalation
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Construction Mediation Support – Neutral evaluation and support to resolve issues without civil court proceedings
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Contract & Plan Review – Analysis of drawings, specs, and agreements to identify risks or errors
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Contract Breaches – Evaluation of whether terms were violated and what damages occurred by the responsible party
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Expert Construction Reports – Clear, court-ready documentation rooted in industry standards and local codes
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Expert Witness Services – In-depth testimony and support in arbitration or civil litigation
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Industry Standards Review – Determination of whether work meets acceptable professional standards
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Payment Disputes – Resolution of disputes involving withheld payments, extra work claims, or delays
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Precise Cost Analysis & Tracking – Detailed breakdowns and monitoring of project expenses: financial, labor, materials, equipment, sub-contractors
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Project Delays – Analysis of missed deadlines, causes of delay, and the financial impact on your build
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Site Inspections – On-site evaluation to identify and document deficiencies and gather evidence
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Valuation of Construction Work – Precise assessments and valuation of completed work, including labor, materials, and overhead
Success Stories
Real Challenges, Real Results.
Every construction dispute is unique, but the goal remains the same: a fair, swift, and affordable resolution. These real-life stories illustrate how Surpass Services helped homeowners take control of challenging situations, avoid costly litigation, and move forward with confidence.
Huntington Beach Renovation:
Turning Construction Chaos into Success
A Huntington Beach homeowner’s dream to expand their single-family home took a frustrating turn when the contractor submitted questionable invoices, delivered subpar work, and proposed overpriced change orders. Unsure of how to move forward, the homeowner turned to Surpass Services, for expert guidance.
Challenges
Surpass Services identified several key issues:
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Substandard Work: Key parts of the addition failed to meet quality standards.
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Overbilling: The contractor’s invoices overstated the actual value of completed work.
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Inflated Change Orders: Proposed adjustments were unjustified and significantly overpriced.
Resolution
Led by owner-operator Michael Sawyer, Surpass Services conducted a complete evaluation and worked directly with the contractor to resolve the issues:
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Detailed Analysis: We reviewed all invoices, inspected the construction site, and assessed each change order for validity, accuracy, and fairness.
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Professional Negotiation: We met with the contractor to document deficiencies, correct cost discrepancies, and advocate for a fair outcome.
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Results: The contractor agreed to replace defective work, revise the invoices to reflect actual progress, and reduce change orders to reasonable rates.
Outcome
With Surpass Services on their side, the homeowner saw their dream home addition completed as envisioned, and at a fair and accurate final cost.
ABOUT
We Are Surpass Services, Inc.
Expertise You Can Trust. Support You Can Count On.
Surpass Service is a licensed, independently owned construction consulting firm based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. For more than 35 years, we’ve helped homeowners across Southern California resolve construction disputes – quickly, affordably, and without the chaos of litigation.
Led by Michael Sawyer, a seasoned construction professional and certified expert witness, we’ve successfully resolved over 350 disputes involving general contractors and subcontractors. Clients work directly with Michael from day one – no hand-offs, no junior staffers. His personal attention, combined with a 100% success rate, is what sets us apart from the rest.
We are:
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Licensed in California for both general engineering and general contracting
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Certified by the National Utility Contractors Association
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Recognized Experts in precise cost analysis, construction standards, and courtroom testimony
Whether your contractor walked off the job, charged more than they should, or delivered subpar work, we help you take control, often at half the cost of a construction attorney and in a fraction of the time.