JB Lifts – Lift Installation & Related Services

1. Definitions

“Company” means JB Lifts, registered at 48 St Leonards Road, Bexhill On Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom, TN40 1JB

“Client” means the person, company, or organisation purchasing services from the Company.

“Works” means lift installation, modernisation, maintenance, repair, or any related services provided by the Company.

“Contract” means the agreement between the Company and the Client, incorporating these Terms & Conditions, the quotation, and any written variations.

2. Scope of Work

2.1 The Company shall provide the Works as described in the written quotation or agreement.

2.2 Any services not expressly included in the quotation are excluded and may incur additional charges.

2.3 The Company does not provide building, structural, electrical, or builder’s works unless specifically stated in writing.

3. Quotations

3.1 All quotations are valid for [e.g. 30] days unless stated otherwise.

3.2 Quotations are based on information provided by the Client and a site survey (where applicable).

3.3 Any inaccuracies, unforeseen site conditions, or changes may result in revised pricing.

4. Orders and Acceptance

4.1 A Contract is formed when the Client accepts the quotation in writing or pays the required deposit.

4.2 The Company reserves the right to refuse any order at its discretion.

5. Price and Payment

5.1 Prices are exclusive of VAT/sales tax unless stated otherwise.

5.2 Payment terms are [e.g. 40% deposit, 50% on delivery, 10% on completion], unless agreed in writing.

5.3 Invoices must be paid within [e.g. 14] days of the invoice date.

5.4 Late payments may incur interest at [e.g. 5% above base rate] per annum and recovery costs.

5.5 The Company reserves the right to suspend Works for non-payment.

6. Client Responsibilities

6.1 The Client shall:

Provide safe, unrestricted access to the site

Ensure the site is ready for installation

Provide accurate drawings, dimensions, and specifications

Ensure compliance with building regulations, planning permissions, and fire authority requirements unless otherwise agreed

6.2 Delays caused by the Client may result in additional costs.

7. Programme and Delays

7.1 Any installation dates provided are estimates only.

7.2 The Company is not liable for delays caused by:

Supply chain issues

Site conditions

Client instructions or variations

Force majeure events

8. Variations

8.1 Any change to the Works must be agreed in writing.

8.2 Variations may affect price and completion times.

9. Ownership and Risk

9.1 Risk in materials and equipment passes to the Client upon delivery to site.

9.2 Ownership remains with the Company until full payment is received.

10. Testing, Commissioning, and Handover

10.1 The Company shall test and commission the lift in accordance with applicable standards.

10.2 Any minor defects that do not affect safe operation do not constitute grounds for withholding payment.

10.3 The Client must not use the lift before formal handover unless agreed in writing.

11. Maintenance and Use

11.1 The Company is not responsible for faults arising from misuse, vandalism, lack of maintenance, or third-party interference.

11.2 Warranty may be void if the lift is serviced or altered by non-approved parties.

12. Warranty

12.1 The Company provides a [e.g. 12-month] warranty on workmanship and supplied parts from the handover date.

12.2 The warranty excludes:

• Normal wear and tear

• Consumables

• Damage caused by misuse, water ingress, power supply issues, or external factors

13. Health and Safety

13.1 The Company shall comply with applicable health and safety legislation.

13.2 The Client must ensure the site remains safe and compliant during the Works.

14. Limitation of Liability

14.1 The Company shall not be liable for indirect or consequential losses, including loss of profit or business.

14.2 The Company’s total liability shall not exceed the value of the Contract, except for death or personal injury caused by negligence.

15. Termination

15.1 Either party may terminate the Contract if the other commits a material breach and fails to remedy it within [e.g. 14 days].

15.2 Upon termination, the Client shall pay for all Works completed and materials ordered to date.

16. Force Majeure

The Company shall not be liable for failure or delay caused by events beyond its reasonable control.

17. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to keep confidential any commercial or technical information obtained during the Contract.

18. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

18.1 This Contract shall be governed by the laws of [Country/Region].

18.2 The courts of [Country/Region] shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with the quotation, constitute the entire agreement between the parties.