Terms and Conditions
Removal Van Twickenham Service Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions govern the provision of removal and related services by Removal Van Twickenham to customers within Twickenham and the surrounding areas. By booking or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before making a booking.
1. Definitions
In these Terms and Conditions, the following expressions have the meanings set out below:
Customer means the person or business requesting and paying for the services.
Company means Removal Van Twickenham, the provider of removal and related services.
Services means any removal, packing, loading, unloading, transportation, or related services supplied by the Company.
Goods means the items of the Customer that are to be packed, moved, stored, or otherwise handled by the Company.
Service Area means Twickenham and other locations within the region in which the Company operates removal and transport services.
2. Scope of Services
The Company provides a range of services including, but not limited to, domestic and commercial removals, packing and unpacking, loading and unloading, and transport of goods within its service area and to other agreed destinations in the United Kingdom.
All services are subject to availability and to these Terms and Conditions. The exact scope of the service to be provided will be confirmed in writing as part of the booking confirmation.
3. Booking Process
3.1 Bookings may be requested by the Customer through the Companys designated booking channels as notified from time to time. A booking is not confirmed until the Customer has received written confirmation from the Company.
3.2 When requesting a booking, the Customer must provide accurate and complete information, including but not limited to:
a. Collection and delivery addresses within or outside the local service area.
b. Property access details, such as floor level, lift access, parking restrictions, or narrow entrances.
c. The nature, quantity, and approximate value of the goods to be moved.
d. Any fragile, high value or unusually heavy items.
e. Any special requirements, including time constraints or additional services.
3.3 The Company reserves the right to decline or cancel a booking where information provided is incomplete, inaccurate, or where the requested service is not feasible or safe.
3.4 Any quotation issued by the Company is an estimate based on the information provided by the Customer. The Company may amend the quotation and final charges if the information provided proves to be inaccurate or if the scope of work changes.
4. Charges and Payments
4.1 Prices may be based on an hourly rate, fixed fee, or a combination of both, as stated in the booking confirmation or quotation.
4.2 Unless otherwise agreed in writing, payment is due as follows:
a. A deposit may be required to secure the booking.
b. The balance shall be paid on or before completion of the service, in accordance with the payment method agreed at the time of booking.
4.3 The Company reserves the right to charge additional fees where:
a. The move takes longer than anticipated due to circumstances not disclosed or reasonably foreseeable at the time of booking.
b. Access is restricted or significantly different from that described by the Customer.
c. Extra goods are included that were not disclosed at the time of quotation.
d. The Company is required to wait or is delayed due to Customer-related issues, such as delayed keys or lack of access to the property.
4.4 If payment is not made when due, the Company may:
a. Charge interest on overdue amounts at a reasonable commercial rate until payment is received.
b. Retain the goods until full payment is received. Any storage or additional handling costs incurred as a result will be charged to the Customer.
5. Customer Responsibilities
5.1 The Customer is responsible for:
a. Ensuring that adequate and lawful parking is available for the Companys vehicles at both collection and delivery locations.
b. Obtaining any necessary permits or permissions for parking, loading, or unloading.
c. Ensuring that the property and access routes are safe for the Companys staff and vehicles.
d. Properly securing or disconnecting appliances and ensuring they are safe for transport.
e. Packing goods safely and appropriately, unless the Company has agreed to provide a packing service.
5.2 The Customer must not request the transport or handling of any prohibited or illegal items, including but not limited to stolen goods, hazardous materials, explosives, flammable substances, or goods that are unlawful to possess or move under UK law.
6. Packing and Handling
6.1 If the Customer elects to pack their own goods, the Company accepts no responsibility for damage caused by inadequate or improper packing, other than where damage is directly due to the Companys negligence.
6.2 Where the Company provides a packing service, it will exercise reasonable care and skill but cannot guarantee that damage will not occur to inherently fragile items or where goods are of a nature that makes them susceptible to damage.
6.3 The Company reserves the right to refuse to move any item that it reasonably believes cannot be moved safely or lawfully.
7. Cancellations and Amendments
7.1 The Customer may cancel or amend a booking by notifying the Company in writing through the communication method specified at the time of booking.
7.2 If the Customer cancels a booking, the following may apply:
a. Cancellation more than a specified minimum period before the scheduled service date may result in a full or partial refund of any deposit, as set out in the Companys current cancellation policy.
b. Cancellation within a shorter period before the scheduled service date may incur a cancellation fee, which may be up to the full quoted amount, reflecting the time reserved and costs incurred by the Company.
7.3 Amendments to the service date, time, or scope of work are subject to availability. The Company may adjust the charges to reflect any change to the service required by the Customer.
7.4 The Company may cancel or postpone a booking where:
a. It is unable to safely provide the service due to severe weather, road closures, or other events beyond its reasonable control.
b. The Customer has not complied with these Terms and Conditions.
c. The Company reasonably believes that completion of the service would be unsafe or unlawful.
In such cases, the Company will seek to rearrange the service where possible. Any refund or rescheduling will be considered in line with the circumstances and the Companys policies.
8. Liability and Limitations
8.1 The Company will exercise reasonable care and skill in providing its services. However, its liability is subject to the following terms.
8.2 The Company will not be liable for:
a. Loss or damage arising from the Customers failure to adequately pack goods where the Customer has undertaken the packing.
b. Loss or damage to items that are inherently fragile or have a pre-existing defect.
c. Loss of data or software, or damage to electronic equipment that occurs without visible physical damage.
d. Indirect, consequential, or economic loss, including loss of profits, business interruption, or loss of opportunity.
8.3 The Companys total liability for loss of or damage to goods, whether arising in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall be limited to a reasonable amount proportionate to the service fees paid, unless otherwise agreed in writing or covered by a specific insurance arrangement.
8.4 The Customer is encouraged to arrange suitable insurance cover for high value items and for the overall move, as appropriate to their circumstances.
8.5 The Company will not be liable for loss or damage arising from events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, extreme weather, traffic delays, accidents not caused by the Companys negligence, or actions of third parties.
9. Claims and Complaints
9.1 Any visible loss or damage to goods should be noted by the Customer at the time of delivery where reasonably possible.
9.2 The Customer must notify the Company in writing of any claim for loss or damage as soon as practicable and in any event within a reasonable period after the service date. The notification should include full details of the alleged loss or damage and supporting evidence.
9.3 The Company will investigate any complaint or claim and may request further information or evidence. The Customer agrees to cooperate with any such investigation.
9.4 Settlement of any claim will be in full and final satisfaction of the Companys liability for the relevant event.
10. Waste and Environmental Regulations
10.1 The Company operates in accordance with relevant UK waste and environmental regulations. It is not a general waste carrier unless this has been explicitly stated and agreed.
10.2 The Customer must not present general household waste, construction rubble, hazardous materials, or controlled waste for transport or disposal unless the Company has expressly agreed in advance to provide an appropriate service.
10.3 Where the Company agrees to remove and dispose of unwanted items, it will do so only in compliance with applicable laws and may charge additional fees for such services.
10.4 The Customer is responsible for any penalties, fines, or costs arising from the inclusion of prohibited or non-compliant waste in the goods handed to the Company, where the Company was not reasonably aware of the nature of such items.
11. Access, Parking and Local Restrictions
11.1 In many parts of the service area there may be parking controls, restricted access zones, or time-limited loading bays. The Customer is responsible for ensuring that suitable access and parking arrangements are made in good time before the service date.
11.2 The Customer will be responsible for any parking charges or penalties incurred as a direct result of insufficient permits or permissions, except where such costs arise from the Companys own error.
11.3 If access to either the collection or delivery address is significantly more difficult than advised at the time of booking, the Company may charge additional fees or, where access is unsafe, decline to complete some or all of the service.
12. Timeframes and Delays
12.1 Any time estimates for arrival or completion are given in good faith but are not guaranteed, especially where they may be affected by traffic, road incidents, weather conditions or local restrictions.
12.2 The Company will not be liable for delay or failure to perform its obligations where such delay or failure is caused by events beyond its reasonable control.
13. Data Protection and Privacy
13.1 The Company will handle personal data in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation.
13.2 Personal information gathered during the booking process will be used solely for the purpose of providing the services, handling payments, and managing any related queries or claims, except where otherwise required by law.
14. Subcontracting
14.1 The Company reserves the right to use subcontractors or partner firms to carry out all or part of the services, provided that it remains responsible for the proper performance of these Terms and Conditions.
14.2 The Customer agrees that such subcontractors shall have the benefit of these Terms and Conditions to the extent necessary to allow them to perform the services.
15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
15.1 These Terms and Conditions, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
15.2 The parties agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions or their subject matter.
16. General Provisions
16.1 If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court or other competent authority to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
16.2 No waiver by the Company of any breach of these Terms and Conditions shall be considered a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision.
16.3 These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between the Company and the Customer in relation to the services and supersede any prior understandings, representations, or agreements, whether written or oral.
16.4 The Company may update or amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time. The version in force at the time of the Customers booking will apply to that booking unless otherwise agreed in writing.
By proceeding with a booking or using the services of Removal Van Twickenham, the Customer confirms that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.