# RedTag - Backcharge Notice — Backcharge & Delay Tracker

> Construction delay and backcharge tracking tool for field managers. (iPhone/iPad app by JOHN PATRICK HELMS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redtag-backcharge-notice/id6759114576 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JOHN PATRICK HELMS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876949816)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redtag-backcharge-notice/id6759114576/reviews.md

## What is RedTag?

RedTag helps construction managers document jobsite delays in seconds, notify trades instantly, and calculate backcharges based on real completion dates.

Built for field speed: log a delay in 5–10 seconds and move on with your day.

What you can do with RedTag
	•	Create Red Tags fast: Address → Trade → Delay Type → Root Cause → (optional 120-char note + photo)
	•	Send notices instantly: Use your phone’s native Text (SMS) and Email share sheet to send:
	•	Backcharge Warning
	•	Backcharge Notice
	•	Non-billable Delay Notice (city/utility/permit/weather)
	•	Track completion dates: Close items with an actual completion date so the timeline is documented.
	•	Auto-calculate backcharge amounts: Set fee-per-day rates by delay type and RedTag calculates:
	•	Days charged
	•	Rate per day
	•	Total amount due
	•	Handle billable and non-billable delays: Track everything, but only bill what’s truly trade-caused.
	•	Examples: city inspection delays, utility impact, permit/plan issues, weather, miscellaneous schedule blockers
	•	Dashboard & reporting: View totals by day/week/month/quarter/year:
	•	Number of delays
	•	Average delays per timeframe
	•	Total delay impact (time)
	•	Backcharge due (money)
	•	Open exposure vs completed/backcharged
	•	Export for management: Export CSV and PDF reports for meetings and documentation.
	•	Offline-first: Your data stays on your device. No server required.

Common root causes included

No show • Not ready / prior trade incomplete • Failed inspection • Rework required • Missing/wrong/damaged material • Plan/option conflict • Access blocked • Safety noncompliance (sent trade home) • City/utility/permit/weather • Other

Designed for the field
	•	Big buttons, fast defaults, minimal typing
	•	Favorites + recents for addresses and contacts
	•	Daily reminders to review open Red Tags and close what’s resolved

RedTag doesn’t replace your schedule tool. It creates a fast, consistent record of what happened, who was notified, and what it cost—so delays don’t disappear into texts and memory.

## Key features

- Document jobsite delays rapidly
- Instant trade notifications via SMS/Email
- Track billable and non-billable delays
- Auto-calculate backcharge amounts
- Dashboard and reporting with CSV/PDF export
- Offline-first data storage


## Frequently asked questions about RedTag

### How quickly can I log a delay with RedTag?

RedTag is designed for field speed, allowing you to log a delay in approximately 5-10 seconds. This includes selecting the address, trade, delay type, root cause, and an optional note with a photo.

### What types of notices can I send with RedTag?

You can send Backcharge Warnings, Backcharge Notices, and Non-billable Delay Notices (for city, utility, permit, or weather-related issues) instantly via your phone's native text and email share sheet.

### Does RedTag help calculate backcharge amounts?

Yes, RedTag can auto-calculate backcharge amounts. You can set fee-per-day rates by delay type, and the app will calculate the number of days charged, the rate per day, and the total amount due.

### Can I track both billable and non-billable delays?

Absolutely. RedTag allows you to track all types of delays, including those caused by the city, utilities, permits, or weather, while distinguishing them from delays directly caused by a trade for billing purposes.

### What kind of reporting and export options does RedTag offer?

RedTag provides a dashboard to view totals by day, week, month, quarter, or year, including the number of delays, average delays, total delay impact, and backcharge amounts. You can also export reports in CSV and PDF formats for management review.

### Does RedTag require an internet connection to work?

No, RedTag features an offline-first design, meaning your data is stored on your device and does not require a server connection. This ensures you can log delays even in areas with poor or no internet access.

### What is the age rating for RedTag?

RedTag has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app is designed for professional use in construction management.

### How often is RedTag updated?

The latest version of RedTag is 1.0, and it was last updated on February 15, 2026. As a new release, users can expect future updates to enhance functionality and address any emerging needs.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-02-15

No release notes.

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