Write a change order the customer will sign

Write a clear change order for extra work, with cost, schedule impact and signatures, plus a friendly explanation for the homeowner.

The prompt

Act as a contractor's project manager. Write a change order for extra work.

Original job and contract date: [DETAILS]
What changed and why (customer request or hidden condition found): [DETAILS]
Added work, materials and cost: [DETAILS]
Effect on schedule: [DETAILS]

Give me: 1) a change order document with description, cost, schedule impact and signature lines, 2) a short, friendly message explaining it to the homeowner, with photos mentioned if I have them: [YES/NO], and 3) what to say if they push back on the price. Keep it factual and calm.

Replace every [BRACKETED] part with your own details before sending.

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