Terms & Conditions

1. QUOTATION
2. DESIGNS
3. MANUFACTURERS
4. MATERIALS
5. SITE INSTALLATIONS
6. PROTECTION OF MATERIALS ON SITE
7. LIABILITIES
8. PAYMENTS
9. RISK & PROPERTY
10. EXPORT
11. EXTRAS & DAY WORK RATES
12. ENGLISH LAW

We have included a copy of our terms and conditions to help prevent any misunderstandings during the duration of the project.
1. The Quotation
1:1 Our initial quotation may have been compiled with limited information and details simply covering the basic concept of the design, it may also be out of date. Please ensure that the quotation on which you place your order contains and covers all your requirements. Thereafter additional variations will be costed separately.
2. The Design
2:1 We will develop the final product design with the client or with the clients nominated representative. We only accept instructions from the nominated representative. We will liaise and correspond with the nominated representative.
2:2 We reserve the right to review our rates should quantities and design vary from those on which our quotation was based.
2:3 Having instructed Demax to proceed from the initial design to the detailed design stage we shall charge £75.00 per hour for cancelled projects. Design costs will be at our discretion.
2:4 Should the final design and details be by persons other than Demax we will offer our comments for consideration, should these comments not be accepted then the design and integrity of the project passes to that designer and must be confirmed in writing. Demax accepts no responsibility for designs by others and reserve the right to require payments prior to delivery.
2:5 Site dimensions will be included on the final working drawings to be forwarded to the nominated party for approval. Where finished floor to finished floor dimensions are stated, Demax will forward a drawing illustrating the exact floor to floor build up; we shall require a signed copy returned to Demax. Any variations from this signed off drawing must be conveyed to Demax immediately.
3. Manufacture
3:1 Production and delivery dates will commence on receipt of the signed off drawings and the correct deposit (see 8:5). Should the client or the client's representative alter the design, we reserve the right to pass on all incurred labour and material costs and non productive time. These costs to be agreed and confirmed in writing prior to re commencement. The delivery date could also be extended.
3:2 Manufacturing and installation dates are approximate, we shall endeavour to complete the project within the timescale agreed.
4. Materials
4.1 It is very important to read our separate information sheet relating to timber, stone, glass and other materials and products used in your project.
5. Site Installation and Health & Safety
5:1 Having agreed fixing dates, it is essential that on arrival the site is in a clean, accessible and safe state to undertake our works. Should our progress be delayed by any of the following. Access, other trades working, incomplete or incorrect work by others, unconfirmed alterations.
5:2 We will not accept other trades people impeding our progress
5:3 We reserve the right to pass on all incurred costs and non productive time. These costs will be agreed and confirmed in writing prior to re-commencement.
5:4 Should the site not comply with Health & Safety standard work will not commence and all incurred costs will be claimed from the client.
6. Protection of installed materials on site
6:1 Any packaging on items delivered to site are for the purpose of transportation only, and is not to be considered adequate for site protection having been installed or partly installed. We will not be held responsible for damage or loss of materials from time of delivery on site.
7. Liabilities
7:1 Demax will not be held liable for or accept an apportioned part of any such liquidated and Ascertained Damages (LAD) that may become due to the client under the terms of the contract.
7:2 Demax will only supply goods complying with relevant Building Regulation.
7:3 The Client or clients representative responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and authorizations and approvals required in connection with the execution of the work and for all the charges arising there from.
7:4 Should the client demand a design that falls outside the relevant regulations or has chosen not to accept our design recommendations and advice. Demax will not be held liable or accept any apportioned liability for consequences resulting from their requirements. A written disclaimer will be required.
8. Payment terms
8:1 To be agreed in writing prior to commencement of the works.
8:2 Prices quoted are strictly net and excludes VAT and Main Contractors Discount (MCD).
8:3 For projects extending for more than one month, a request for an interim payment will be rendered.
8:4 The person or company placing the order and paying monies on behalf of the client is considered the clients agents and the client accepts responsibility for late and non payments and we reserve the right to pursue the client for the same.
8:5 Only cleared funds are considered as received payment.
8:6 Deductions and set offs from payments are not acceptable.
8:7 Failure to make payments on due dates shall entitle us to suspend or cancel the supply of both products and services.
8:7:1 Charge interest at an annual rate 3% above HSBC PLC base rate calculated on a daily basis.
8:7:2 Claim interest and compensation for the debt recovery costs under the late payment of Commercial Debt Act 1998 and the late Payment of Commercial Debt Regulations 2002.
8:7:3 We are entitled to off set monies owed by us to you against monies owed by you to us.
8:8 No contract will be entered into with persons/Companies corresponding from PO Box Numbers or E Mail address.
9. Risk & Property
9:1 The product remains our property until the full contract price has been received.
9:2 All other sums that are due or become due are received.
9:3 The product and materials are your risk from the time of delivery.
10. Export
10:1 All payments in Sterling
10:2 We will not be held responsible for complying with legislation or regulations governing the importation into the country of destination or any duties due.
11. English Law
11:1 This contract shall be governed by English Law.
12. Extras/Day Work rates
Design £55 per hour
Fabrication £38 pr hour per person plus travelling
Materials cost plus 30%
Hired in tools plus 30%
Additional site meetings by negotiation