Tight deadlines, weather delays, and coordinating trades — general contractors juggle a lot. When rework enters the picture, it can throw off budgets, strain schedules, and create unnecessary stress. Whether it stems from disputes, hidden site conditions, or safety compliance issues, rework can account for 2% – 20% of a project’s total cost.
Construction cameras offer a practical way to reduce the impact of rework by improving visibility, documentation, and accountability. By continuously capturing progress, they provide an unbiased record of what happened and when — key for resolving disputes or verifying claims without relying on memory or back-and-forth communication.
With real-time monitoring, project managers can spot mistakes early. Cameras with zoom capabilities and historical footage allow teams to review key moments, identify exactly when an issue began, and determine the most efficient response. When rework is needed, having visual documentation can help justify change orders or adjustments with clients and stakeholders.
Rework may be inevitable, but visibility can help reduce it and:
- Enforce accountability with ease
- Recoup thousands in unexpected costs
- Improve safety performance across all sites
From uncovering hidden gas lines during excavation to verifying installation disputes and monitoring safety compliance, here are three tools that can help.
- Live sharing helps prevent dispute escalations
With OxBlue’s web-based platform, teams can review high-resolution images of the jobsite in real time. When a discrepancy is identified—like an installation that doesn’t match specs—project managers can quickly share visual proof with stakeholders, avoiding back-and-forth and resolving the issue before it escalates.
- Automatic documentation provides evidence for change management
When unexpected site conditions—like unmarked utility lines—impact the project, OxBlue construction cameras provide a visual record of changes. Teams can document exactly what was discovered, how plans were adjusted, and why rework was necessary. This visibility helps keep stakeholders aligned and ensures clear accountability at every stage.
- Address safety issues before they create challenges
With OxBlue construction cameras, teams can remotely verify the use of required PPE—like hard hats and high-visibility vests—in active work zones. By identifying non-compliance early, teams can correct safety issues before they escalate, helping prevent injuries, avoid OSHA violations, and reduce costly work stoppages.
OxBlue’s camera and web-app solution gives general contractors the power to respond faster, document clearly, and resolve issues before they escalate. With features like optical zoom, calendar history, and Procore integration, teams can reduce the impact of rework and stay on schedule.
