Heat-Station Ltd

Terms of Business of Heat-Station Ltd

For the purposes of these Terms of Business (hereinafter, “Terms”), “us” or “we” shall refer to Heat-Station Ltd and “you” shall refer to you, our customer. You have requested that we undertake certain works for you and, by allowing us to proceed with those works, you are indicating your agreement to the Terms set out below.

1. Estimate

The value of the estimate is what we expect to charge you for the works, based on our initial discussions. In the event of unforeseen circumstances or unexpected issues arising, it may be necessary to review the original price and provide you with a new estimate. You have the right to accept or decline the revised price.

2. Written Quotation

The written quotation follows the estimate and is the final price for the works discussed, including labour and materials, additional costs including expenses (if any) and tax. Any subsequent variation to the works (including, without limitation, if you change the scope or if unforeseen circumstances or unexpected issues arise) will likely result in a new or revised written quotation. You have the right to accept or decline the new quotation. Should you choose to decline, all works will cease and, on receipt of our invoice, you must pay in full for all works already completed in accordance with the original quotation.

3. Client Obligations
1. if you and we agree that you will be responsible for providing the measurements for some or all of the materials and/or products needed for the works, you alone will bear the cost of replacing the said materials and/or products in the event the measurements are incorrect;
2. if you and we agree that you will be responsible for providing some or all of the materials and/or products needed for the works, you alone will bear the cost of replacement in the event the said materials and/or products turn out to be faulty and/or unsuitable;
3. you will inform us, prior to the works commencing, of any hazards or potential hazards known or suspected in or around the premises where the works are due to be carried out;
4. you will grant us access to the premises where the works are to be carried out and will ensure that all necessary consents, permissions and licences, if any, have been obtained in advance of the works commencing. Most heating installations do not require planning permission, but you should check. If, for example, your property is a listed building, or you are in a conservation area and/or the system flue extends 1 metre above the roof height then you may need planning permission. You are responsible for contacting your local planning authority to obtain confirmation that planning permission is not required. We cannot be held liable for any installation carried out where planning permission was required but not obtained and we cannot offer refunds in such cases;
5. you will ensure the safe and secure storage of any materials and/or equipment left (with your permission) at the premises during the works, and will be accountable to us for any loss of or damage to such materials and/or equipment;
6. without prejudice to 4(i) and 4(iii) below, you will (unless included as part of the quotation) be responsible for any necessary improvements to and/or redecorating of the premises following the completion of the works. We will carry out the work in conformity with this contract and will take reasonable care in carrying out the Work but we do not accept liability for any damage to decorations, walls, floors or the like, which is not reasonably avoidable in carrying out the Work. We will make good any holes but will not re-decorate, re-finish or re-lay flooring or floor covering. Boxing in of pipework is not included unless specifically set out in the Quotation. You should therefore be aware that minor redecoration may be required after the Works, which is not included in the Quotation price.


4. Supplier Obligations
1. we will undertake the works with all due care, skill and diligence, will complete the works within a reasonable timeframe, and will ensure that we comply at all times with all applicable laws and regulations;
2. we will supply materials and/or products needed for the works (if any) that are of high quality and, without prejudice to 3(i) above, will take full responsibility for replacing any materials and/or products that prove to be faulty or substandard;
3. we will take good care of your property, furnishings and wall coverings and, on completion of the works, will remove any resulting waste material;
4. we will supply one or more, as necessary, of our dedicated team to undertake the works for you. Unless agreed otherwise, the person(s) supplied will be at our discretion and may or may not be the same as the person(s) who provided you with the original estimate and/or quote;
5. we confirm that we hold, and will continue to hold, a valid and current Public Liability Insurance Policy and, where relevant, Employers Liability Insurance Policy.
6. We will notify Building Control or Gas Safe of your installation as appropriate following completion.


5. Materials and Products

Goods belonging to us may be delivered to the site. For the avoidance of doubt, all materials and/or products supplied and delivered to you during the course of the works shall remain the property of Heat-Station Ltd until such time as the works have been paid for in full by you, following receipt of our invoice. If the contract is terminated early for any reason then, unless you have paid for the goods, you must return them to us. Until ownership of the goods passes to you: you must store the goods separately in such a way that they remain readily identifiable as our property; you must not destroy, deface or obscure any identifying mark or packaging relating to the goods; and you must maintain the goods in satisfactory condition. Title to such materials and/or products will transfer to you only when full payment has been received by us.

6. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be held liable for any delay or failure in fulfilling their obligations under these Terms where such delay or failure results from circumstances beyond that party’s control (including, but not limited to, an act of God, fire, act of government or state, prevention from or hindrance in obtaining any raw materials, energy or other supplies, industrial action or labour disputes of whatever nature, and any other reason beyond the control of that party).

7. Use of Household Services

You must provide the following for our use free of charge during the Works: water, washing facilities and toilets; electricity supply; gas supply (where relevant); adequate storage space; safe and easy access to your property from the public highway; easy access to the location within the property where the installation is to take place.

8. Unforeseen Circumstances

If, when we commence Work, we find that there is a problem which was not reasonably apparent on survey or we find dangerous material such as asbestos, we reserve the right to cancel, suspend or increase the price of the Works. If we cannot carry out the Work for reasons outside of your control, you will not be charged. If you do not provide us with reasonable access or you suspend or cancel the Work, we may suffer additional costs and may recharge you for these and for any work carried out.

9. Manufacturer Warranty

Any manufacturer’s warranty included with any Boiler purchased as part of the Work, is subject to the terms of such warranty (available directly from the manufacturer). Please note that, for the warranty to remain valid, you must ensure that the Boiler is serviced by a Gas Safe registered engineer within each 12 month period from installation. You must keep appropriate records of those services and be able to produce them on request. The manufacturer warranties for other products installed may attract other conditions and you should, in each case, refer to the terms of the guarantee or contact us for further information.

10. Future Inspections

You agree that from time to time we may arrange for the Work to be inspected and you will grant such reasonable access as may be required in order for such inspections to be carried out

11. Liability

We are not liable to you for:

1. able to you for: Any defect in or damage caused to the Work, or any part of it, arising from fair wear and tear, wilful damage, your negligence, damage caused by a third party (other than our representatives and installers), failure to follow our instructions or any instructions of the manufacturer or supplier of goods forming part of the Work, or alterations made or actions taken without our approval.
2. Any loss due to fire, theft or other risks normally insured for under a household insurance policy.
3. Any delay in carrying out the Work, and any related costs.
4. Any costs arising out of any requirement for us to cancel the Work, if we cannot carry it out as planned.>/li>
5. Any defect, damage or breakdown caused by inadequate servicing of a Boiler or other product (unless such servicing was provided by us) or by deliberate action, accident, misuse or third party interference including modification or an attempted repair (other than repairs carried out by us) which does not fully comply with industry standards.
6. Any defect, damage or breakdown caused by the design, installation and maintenance of a central heating system or which is due to the integrity or suitability of any existing part of a heating system to which the Works have connected.
7. Any damage caused by existing system weaknesses, where the work requested involves adding increased pressure to system components, for example (but not limited to) powerflushing and system conversions.
8. De-scaling or other work required as a result of hard water scale deposits or from damage caused by aggressive water or sludge resulting from corrosion.
9. Any incompatibility of a shower with any new Boiler supplied and installed by us.
10. Any issues arising as a result of inadequate or changeable water supply.
11. Any failure by us to meet any of our obligations due to matters beyond our control.
12. Save as precluded by law, we will not be liable to you for any indirect or consequential loss, damage or expenses (including loss of profits, business, wages or goodwill) howsoever arising. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing in this Agreement is intended to limit any rights you might have as a consumer under applicable law, or other statutory rights that may not be excluded, nor in any way to exclude or limit our liability to you for any death or personal injury resulting from our negligence.


12. Waste Policy

All waste generated as a result of the works will be removed and disposed of responsibly. Any income from the recycling of metal waste may be used to offset the cost of disposal of non-recyclable waste.

13. Cancellation

You may cancel services (if they have not yet been carried out) at any time up to 14 days after you enter into the contract for those services. You may return goods at any time up to 14 days from receipt, unless the goods have been mixed inseparably with other items by that point or if the goods were tailor made for you. You are responsible for returning goods to us at your own cost and deduction will be made if the value of the goods has been reduced as a result of handling. This does not in any way affect your statutory rights. If you wish to cancel any Work or return any items, please notify us immediately by emailing or writing to us using the contact details set out in your quote. If Work has started before the end of the cancellation period with your agreement (i.e. you have permitted the Work to commence during that time), you may be required to pay reasonable costs for any goods or services supplied (in line with regulation 36 of the Regulations).

14. Payments

You will pay any sums due by the relevant date/s set out on the quotation or otherwise agreed or, if not stated, immediately on completion of the Work. If you fail to pay the amount specified by the due date, then we may charge interest until the full amount is paid. The interest rate we charge will be 3% above the base rate set by the Bank of England. If you are in breach of this agreement because you have failed to make an agreed payment, then we may be entitled to suspend work, recover any additional costs we incur and/or require you to return any delivered goods to us.

15. Complaints

We hope and expect that you will have no cause to complain about any aspect of our service. If, however, there is anything at any point that does not meet your expectations, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our utmost to make things right. If you have any enquiries, please contact us using the contact details as set out in your quote. Any complaints should be sent in writing to our registered address or emailed to us. If you wish to report a defect or issue with the Work, you must do so by telephone or email within 24 hours of discovering the same. We will endeavour to respond to any complaints within 24 hours and our complaints policy is available on request.

Terms of Business of Heat-Station Limited
c/o MGB Accountants - Suite 22
Trym Lodge
1 Henbury Road
Westbury-on-Trym
Bristol
BS9 3HQ
Email: info@heat-station.co.uk
Mobile: 07307 193108