Construction companies can be forgiven if they’re a bit exhausted by discussions of tariffs. The entire second Trump administration has seen dramatic changes in tariffs, with percentages rising and falling based on politics, court rulings, or what can seem like whims. The resulting challenges to supply chains, pricing certainty, and profitability were top of mind for months last year.
Eventually, the chaos abated a bit and construction companies found ways to cope with the upheaval while continuing to run their businesses. If your company has settled in to a “new normal” with regard to suppliers and tariffs, you could be leaving money on the table. Here’s why:
Tariff refunds may be available
In February, the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s broad tariffs because they exceeded the parameters of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This triggered more than $35 billion in immediate refunds to importers who challenged the duties. It also means that there is more than $165 billion in potential refunds left. If your business imports goods, some of that money could be yours.
You may be unaware of other tariff changes
Tariffs have declined from highs of around 25% in April 2025 to below 10% at the time of writing. The Trump administration continues issuing new tariffs and negotiated new deals. Keeping up means paying close attention.
Other possibilities are out there
If you’re still sourcing key materials from affected nations, it’s likely that you could be doing better. CBIZ advisors and our specialized construction practice bring deep industry knowledge that helps you find the right products overseas, navigate complex supply chains, and tap all the potential savings without risking lags in timing or quality.
New tools can help
Data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and other technology can be exceptionally powerful tools for easing tariff burdens and finding solutions. The CBIZ technology team can ensure your Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and other tools are doing all they can to manage tariffs effectively.
Mitigating and refining
Higher costs related to tariffs might be eating away at your profitability more than necessary. CBIZ can help you reduce liability related to tariffs and optimize your pricing to ease the pain of tariffs on your bottom line.
Tax implications
As this article explains in detail, tariff refunds are handled differently based on whether they were on deducted items, inventory, fixed assets, personal, or non-deductible purchases. Getting all the right tax benefits can be tricky without professional guidance.
You’re too busy to become a tariff or tax expert. CBIZ has the knowledge and experienced team to help ensure you’re getting what you need at the best price, while capturing the refunds and tax benefits you’re entitled to. Whether you’re seeking a refund or limiting tariff exposure, our real-time tools monitor and address changes in duties, taxes, and other tariff-related activities as part of the CBIZ suite of Integrated Tariff Solutions designed to make managing tariffs easy.
Contact CBIZ today to get started.
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