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How Contractors Can Protect Their Projects from Tariff Hikes and Contract Risks with Josh Levy


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In this special episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample welcomes Josh Levy, Co-Founder & CEO of Document Crunch, to discuss the impact of tariffs on the construction industry. They get into how contractors can protect their projects, the importance of auditing contracts for risk exposure, and strategies for maintaining resilience in uncertain times. Josh also shares how Document Crunch is offering a free tool to help contractors assess tariff related risks and make informed decisions.


Key Takeaways:
  • How tariffs are affecting material costs and construction contracts.
  • The importance of auditing contracts for price escalation clauses.
  • Strategies for mitigating risk and maintaining project stability.
  • Why industry collaboration is essential in overcoming economic challenges.
  • The role of technology in making contract analysis more efficient.

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:

[00:00] - Introduction to the episode.  

[02:25] - Tariff work at document crunch. 

[09:31] - Understanding the financial risks of tariffs in ongoing projects

[17:25] - How Document Crunch’s free tool helps contractors assess risk exposure.

[23:22] - The importance of proactive contract management.

[26:40] - Final thoughts: How construction professionals can stay ahead.


  • Direct Tariff link with embed: https://www.documentcrunch.com/2025-tariffs?utm_campaign=9672881-ConTech Crew Podcast&utm_source=Jeff Sample Newsletter&utm_medium=Sponsored Ad&utm_term=Tariffs Demo&utm_content=March 2025
  • Special link: https://www.documentcrunch.com/contechcrew

Follow the Guest & Company:
  • Document Crunch (Website): https://www.documentcrunch.com
  • Document Crunch (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/document-crunch/ 
  • Document crunch (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/documentcrunch/  
  • Document crunch (Twitter): https://x.com/DocumentCrunch 
  • Document crunch (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/documentcrunch/ 
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-levy-/


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