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Terms & Conditions
The terms under which DH Building Projects carries out building work.
1. About These Terms
These terms and conditions apply to all building, construction, renovation and related work carried out by DH Building Projects Ltd ("we", "us", "the company"), registered in England and Wales (Company Reg 13850074), whose registered address is 114 Gillmans Road, Orpington, BR5 4LD.
By accepting a quote or instructing us to commence work, you ("the client") agree to these terms. If you have any questions, contact us before work begins at info@dhbuildingprojects.com or 07973 413 003.
2. Quotations
All quotations are provided free of charge and are valid for 30 days from the date of issue, unless otherwise stated in writing. Quotations are based on the information available at the time and may be subject to revision if the scope of work changes or unforeseen circumstances arise (for example, concealed structural issues discovered during the work).
A quotation does not constitute a contract. A contract is only formed when both parties have agreed in writing (including by email) to proceed on the terms set out in the quotation.
3. Variations to Work
Any changes to the agreed scope of work — whether requested by the client or made necessary by unforeseen circumstances — will be discussed with you before proceeding. Variations may affect the price and/or the completion timeline. We will notify you in writing of any changes to the agreed price before carrying out additional work wherever reasonably practicable.
4. Payment Terms
Payment terms will be set out in your quotation. Unless otherwise agreed in writing:
- A deposit may be required before work commences, as specified in your quotation
- Stage payments may apply on larger projects, as agreed at the outset
- Final payment is due upon practical completion of the work
- Invoices are payable within 14 days of the invoice date
We reserve the right to charge interest on overdue invoices at 8% per annum above the Bank of England base rate under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998.
5. Our Responsibilities
We will:
- Carry out all work with reasonable skill, care and diligence
- Use materials of satisfactory quality appropriate to the job
- Comply with relevant building regulations and planning conditions
- Keep you reasonably informed of progress
- Leave the site in a clean and safe condition on completion
6. Client Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide clear and safe access to the property and work areas
- Ensure the site is free of hazards that could affect our team
- Promptly inform us of any concerns during the course of the work
- Make payments in accordance with the agreed schedule
- Obtain any necessary consents, permissions or party wall agreements unless we have expressly agreed to do so on your behalf
7. Completion and Handover
Practical completion occurs when the work is substantially finished and ready for use, even if minor snagging items remain. We will carry out any agreed snagging works within a reasonable period following handover.
Risk in the completed works passes to the client at the point of practical completion. We recommend that you ensure your property insurance is in place and covers the completed works from that point.
8. Defects Period
We stand behind our workmanship. If any defects arise in our work within 12 months of practical completion that are attributable to our workmanship or materials (and not to fair wear and tear, client misuse, or third-party interference), we will return to remedy those defects at no additional cost to you.
This does not affect any statutory rights you may have.
9. Insurance
DH Building Projects Ltd carries public liability insurance. Evidence of this insurance is available on request. We recommend that clients also maintain their own property insurance throughout the course of the works.
10. Limitation of Liability
Our total liability to you in connection with any project shall not exceed the total value of the contract for that project. We are not liable for any indirect, consequential or economic loss arising from the works, unless caused by our negligence or wilful default.
Nothing in these terms limits our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, fraud, or any other matter that cannot be excluded by law.
11. Termination
Either party may terminate the contract by giving reasonable written notice if the other party is in material breach of these terms and fails to remedy that breach within 14 days of written notice requiring it to do so.
If you terminate the contract without cause, you remain liable for the cost of work completed to date, materials ordered, and any reasonable costs we have incurred in preparation for work not yet carried out.
12. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
Before commencing any formal proceedings, both parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute informally in good faith. If a dispute cannot be resolved, either party may refer the matter to a recognised adjudication or mediation service.