This privacy policy describes how M J Stanford Building Services Limited t/a M J Stanford Building and Carpentry Services collects, uses, and protects personal data of visitors to our website and clients. 

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant privacy regulations.

  1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Details: Name, email address,  phone number, postal address.
  • Project Details: Information about  construction projects, including site addresses, requirements and budgets.
  • Website Data: IP addresses, browser    type, device information, pages visited  and cookies used to improve website performance and analytics.
  • Marketing Consent: Preferences for  receiving promotional communications.
 
  1. How We Collect Information
  • Through website contact forms and quote requests
  • Directly via meetings, calls or emails with clients.
  • Automatically through cookies and  tracking technologies on our website.
 
  1. Why We Collect Information

We use your personal data for the  following purposes:

  • To provide quotes, project updates and  customer support.
  • To manage contracts, billing and  payments.
  • To improve our website functionality and  user experience.
  • To send marketing communications, only if you have opted in.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory  obligations.
 
  1. Data Storage and Protection

We implement appropriate security measures:

  • Secure servers and encrypted transmission (HTTPS) for website data.
  • Limited access to personal data to  authorised staff only.
  • Regular software updates and IT security  protocols.
  • Data retention limited to the period  necessary for service delivery, legal compliance, or legitimate business purposes.
  1. Sharing Information with Third Parties

We do not sell or trade personal data. We may  share personal information with:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors,  cloud service providers, analytics companies.
  • Subcontractors: Where necessary to  provide construction or design services.
  • Legal authorities if required by law.

We ensure third parties uphold equivalent data  protection standards.

  1. User Rights

Depending on your location, you have rights to:

  • Access and obtain a copy of your  personal data.
  • Request corrections or updates to your  data.
  • Withdraw consent for marketing  communications.
  • Request deletion of your personal data,  subject to legal and contractual obligations.
  • Object to certain data processing  activities, such as profiling.

Requests can be submitted via email or the contact form on our website. 

We will respond within statutory timeframes as required under GDPR.

  1. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies for essential  functionality, analytics, and to improve user experience. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner.

  1. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from  children under 13. If we become aware of such data, it will be deleted promptly.

  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations.  We recommend reviewing this page periodically.  Substantial changes will be communicated when necessary.

  1. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests  regarding your personal data, please contact:

MJ Stanford Building Services Limited

63 Lusted Hall Lane, Biggin Hill,  Kent, TN16 2NW

Email: info@mjstanfordbcs.co.uk
Phone: 01959 576552

You also have the right to contact the UK  Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)  for further advice regarding your data privacy rights with whom we are registered.