Have a Question?
We understand our customers will have many questions to ask us before using our services, hopefully the information on this page will help answer any questions you have. If you still have questions or would like more information, then please feel free to contact us and we'll happily help with any information you require.
About Us
Yes, we are registered in England and Wales with Companies House under registration number 14414787.
Chequers Construction Ltd has been trading since 2022, however our directors have a combined experience of over 50 years in the trade, and over 20 years running a company.
No, we are not currently VAT registered, therefore all our quotes/invoices are VAT free.
Yes, we currently hold public liability insurance at £10,000,000, Employers liability at £10,000,000 and contract works at £100,000. All can be increased if/when required.
Yes, we are registered as a "Carrier, Broker, Dealer - Upper Tier" with the Environment Agency, Our registration number is CBDU510290
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- Emails/Call Logs
- Personal Information
- Estimates, Quotes & Invoices
We use a mixture of full time employees, part time/casual employees, and subcontractors.
Design & Setup
Yes, we can provide a full design and build service. We also have architects we work with that we can recommend.
Yes, we have a structural engineer we work with that we can recommend.
Yes, we are more than happy to deal with the application process.
Yes, we include building control where required in our estimates/quotes, this will be listed separately on the estimate/quote. If you would prefer to deal with building control yourself, then let us know and we'll remove it from our estimate/quote.
Yes, You still need to meet Building Regulations even if you don't need planning permission.
Of course, just let us know and we'll do our best to provide the site manager you have requested.
Before work starts you will be provided with the direct mobile number and email of the site manager who has been appointed to your project.
We understand you needs or ideas might change during the project, If you do change the plans during the project then we are more than happy to work with you to achieve your dream project.
Quotes/Estimates
Both!
With smaller projects we will provide a quote straight away.
With larger projects we will provide an estimate that is accurate to +/- 20%. Once you have drawings, planning permission, structural calculations and you are ready to proceed, we can provide an accurate quote in writing. If you already have everything in place and your ready to proceed on initial contact with us, then we can skip the estimate and provide a quote straight away.Yes, we provide a full quote by email that can be viewed online and downloaded as a PDF file. If you prefer, we can post a printed copy.
No, all our prices are clear and transparent. If your worried something is not included in our quote, get in contact and we'll happily answer any questions.
Yes, we will provide a contract via email with a PDF copy that can be downloaded. This can be digitally signed, but if you prefer we can provide a printed copy to be hand signed.
Some customers insist on a JCT Home Owner/Occupier contract which we are happy to provide. The cost for this is £35 +VAT.Yes, all our quotes include Skip hire and/or rubbish removal and is listed separately. Some customers request us to leave the waste for them to deal with which we are happy to do, Just let us know and well exclude waste removal from our quote.
On larger projects we always include a site toilet for all site workers and visitors. This will be made clear on our quote. If you would like to remove or add a site toilet to the quote then let us know.
Payment
Yes, a deposit between 5% - 25% of the contract value, up to a maximum of £5,000 will be required before work starts.
We may also ask for suppliers/sub contractors fees up front for bespoke items that need to be ordered and/or manufactured in advice.
Invoices must be paid within 7 days from the invoice date.
We always ask for a deposit, this will be between 5% - 25% of the contract value up to a maximum of £5,000.
On small projects below £10,000, a deposit will be required, followed by up to 3 part payments, leaving 5% - 10% until final completion.
On larger projects above £10,000, we will provide a payment schedule that is agreed and signed before work starts. This could be either "milestone/phase" or "interim" payments with a 5% retainer.
Most of our customers prefer to pay by bank transfer, this is usually the most convenient and safest way to pay. You can also pay online or in person using a debit or credit card. We also accept cash or cheque.
Yes, We always issue an invoice when asking for payment.
