Colin Bowles Ltd Terms & Conditions
1. Cost
Estimated costs are provided through recommended treatment and client specifications. This is not a fixed quotation unless previously agreed with the client. The client agrees to pay Colin Bowles Ltd the cost of the work to be carried out. If the cost of work and materials exceeds £500, a 50% engagement deposit may be required.
2. Terms of Payment
Payment is due within twenty-eight days of invoice. Interest may be charged in accordance with the Late Payment of Commercial Debts legislation. Colin Bowles Ltd reserves the right to retain possession of any Object until all invoices and associated charges have been paid in full. The Client shall indemnify Colin Bowles Ltd for reasonable recovery costs.
3. Risk
You acknowledge that mounting and conservation involve inherent risks. No guarantee is given that treatment will prevent deterioration or preserve value.
4. Insurance
The Client remains responsible for insuring the Object unless otherwise agreed in writing.
5. Collection and Storage
The Client shall collect, or arrange collection of, any Object within 30 days of completion of the agreed works, notification that the Object is ready for collection, or any request by Colin Bowles Ltd that the Object be collected. Where an Object remains in the custody of Colin Bowles Ltd beyond 30 days for any reason not attributable to Colin Bowles Ltd, storage charges may be applied at the prevailing rate and shall continue to accrue until collection and settlement of all outstanding sums. The Client remains responsible for maintaining current contact details. Where Colin Bowles Ltd has made reasonable efforts to facilitate collection, storage charges shall continue to accrue regardless of whether contact has been successfully established. Colin Bowles Ltd reserves the right to retain possession of the Object until all outstanding charges, including storage fees, have been paid.
5.1 Delivery and Collection Charges
Delivery and collection services may be provided and charged accordingly.
6. Cancellation
Where the Client asks Colin Bowles Ltd to stop work prior to completion, the Client shall be liable for work undertaken and costs incurred.
7. Liabilities
Liability shall not exceed the cost of the work undertaken except where prohibited by law.
8. Third Parties
Recommendations regarding third-party contractors are made without liability for their work.
9. Arbitration
Disputes shall be referred to a single arbitrator.
10. Governing Law
English law shall apply.
11. IPR
The client is responsible for arranging the correct use of IPR documentation.
12. Provenance
Responsibility for ownership and provenance remains with the client.
13. Website Terms
References throughout these terms have been amended to Colin Bowles Ltd.
14. Sustainability
Colin Bowles Ltd is dedicated to reducing environmental and social impact through sustainable working practices.