9. MISCELLANEOUS
9.1 You may not assign, sub-license or otherwise transfer any of your rights under these terms and conditions.
9.2 If any provision of these terms and conditions is found by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the invalidity of that provision will not affect the validity of the remaining provisions which shall continue to have full force and effect.
9.3 Only the parties to these terms and conditions may seek to enforce them under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999.
PAYMENT
Service / Product: payment is to be made prior to goods being dispatched. We only accept cheque, bank transfer and cash depending on the amount.
Services:
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
General Description of Interior Design Service. Interior Design is a broad category of services. The specific services to be provided by London Building Contractors Registered in England Number 12217020, if different from the list of general services below, will be detailed in writing between the Client and London Building Contractors prior to engagement. These services may include, but are not limited to: Programming & Schematic Design. Programming includes, but is not limited to, conducting research; identifying and analysing the needs and goals of the Client; assessing the existing environment; and evaluating project resources and limitations. A successful design requires the teamwork of both the Client and London Building Contractors, therefore interviews with the Client or family members will help London Building Contractors fully understand the goals for the use and desired outcome. London Building Contractors, if appropriate, will provide conceptual drawings, CAD diagrams, or other illustrations and/or materials to generally show the suggested interior design concepts, including space and/or floor plan specifications and furniture, furnishing, fixture, textile, and/or accessories specifications. Merchandise Specification. Furniture, furnishings, fixtures, textiles, accessories, and building materials (collectively referred to as Merchandise) are an integral part of the design process. London Building Contractors works with the Client in narrowing the selections based on the Client’s desired scheme. London Building Contractors will assist the Client in finding the appropriate pieces and selecting textiles and finishes that complement the overall design concept. Recommended Merchandise specifications can be provided to facilitate your purchase of such recommended items and most recommended Merchandise will be items the Client can order online or at local furniture dealers. London Building Contractors can also provide Purchasing Services as defined below.
Ad Hoc Advice or Professional Interior Design Tips. London Building Contractors is available for ad hoc consultation to answer ad hoc design questions, from questions such as what finish of paint should I use to how do I read my floor plans?
Design Disclaimer. London Building Contractors cannot be held responsible for designs that may later be undesirable or cause inconvenience. The Client understands that all interior designs, including those provided by London Building Contractors, may represent the opinion and tastes of the designer as the designer interprets the Client’s goals and wishes.
Conceptual Drawings; London Building Contractors’ drawings and specifications are conceptual in nature and intended to set forth design intent only. They are not to be used for/or by other sectors unless stated in writing or by email. London Building Contractors cannot be held liable for designs used for such purpose.
Ownership of Designs; All concepts, drawings, and specifications prepared by London Building Contractors (a.k.a. Project Documents) and all copyrights and other proprietary rights applicable thereto remain at all times London Building Contractors’ property. Project Documents may not be used by Client for any purpose other than completion of Project by London Building Contractors. If the nature of the Project requires engagement by Client of any contractors to perform work based upon London Building Contractors concepts, drawings or interior design specifications, the Client will enter into contracts directly with the concerned contractor after obtaining written approval from London Building Contractors.
Subcontractor Responsibility; London Building Contractors may provide a referral for contractors and installers. London Building Contractors may also meet with contractors and installers for estimates and review the contractors’ and installers’ work to determine whether the work is proceeding in general conformity with London Building Contractors concepts. This is a courtesy to the Client. However, constant observation of contractors’ work at the Project site is not a part of London Building Contractors duties. London Building Contractors is not responsible for the performance, quality, timely completion or delivery of any work, materials or equipment furnished by contractors. London Building Contractors will not intermediate disputes between the Client and recommended contractors or installers.
PURCHASING SERVICES
Definition of Purchasing Services; Purchasing Services is the purchase of Merchandise by London Building Contractors for the Client.
Purchase Pre-Approval. Merchandise to be purchased through London Building Contractors will be specified in a Purchase Order (PO) email by London Building Contractors and submitted for the Client’s written acceptance (email reply is acceptable). Each PO will identify the item, its price, and estimated freight cost to the Client (if available). A PO may be sent in the form of a pro forma Invoice.
Freight Charges; Freight charges are often not available at the time of order. If they are not available, the Client agrees to pay applicable freight, even if they were not included in the PO or pro forma invoice.
Sales Tax; in most cases, London Building Contractors will collect sales tax. If sales tax is not collected it will be the responsibility of the Client.
Purchase Deposit. No item will be ordered by London Building Contractors until the PO acceptance has been received by London Building Contractors and a deposit has been received. The required deposits are: Standard (Non-Custom) Merchandise: 50% Custom Merchandise: 100%.
Damage to Merchandise; Client/ Customer shall inspect all merchandise upon delivery and advise the freight company of any damage or non-conformity at that time. The Client should not accept any Merchandise that has damaged packaging unless it is opened and inspected at the time of delivery. For undamaged/unopened deliveries, the Client will have 24 hours to inspect Merchandise. Should Merchandise be delivered damaged, the Client will call London Building Contractors and email London Building Contractors a picture of the damaged Merchandise. London Building Contractors will order a replacement for the damaged Merchandise. London Building Contractors reserves the right to fix or replace damaged piece at no additional cost to the Client. In either case, the Client will not be responsible to pay any additional freight costs.
Returns of Standard (Non-Custom) Merchandise; should the client return any Merchandise purchased through London Building Contractors for reasons other than damage, the client will receive an 80% refund of the Client Price. A restocking fee equal to 20% of the Client price is required plus the cost of freight to return the item to the vendor. All returns must occur in the original packaging, and all merchandise must be unused and undamaged.
Custom Merchandise is Non-Refundable. All sales of custom merchandise are final and non-refundable.
