Exceptional Building Services website

ILIYAN YORDANOV t/a Exceptional Building Services
14 Jubilee Road, Bristol, BS15 4XG
info@ebs-team.co.uk

Last Updated: March 2026


1. Purpose

This policy outlines the procedure followed where payment is not made in accordance with agreed Terms & Conditions.


2. Payment Due Date

All invoices are payable on the date of issue unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Failure to make payment by the due date constitutes a payment default.


3. Reminder Procedure

Where payment is not received:

• Day 1 – Payment reminder issued
• Day 7 – Formal overdue notice issued
• Day 14 – Final demand issued

The Contractor reserves the right to accelerate this process where risk is identified.


4. Suspension of Works

If payment remains outstanding:

• Works may be suspended immediately
• Access to the Site may cease
• Future scheduled dates may be released

Suspension does not waive the Contractor’s right to full payment.


5. Interest & Recovery Costs

Interest may be applied at 8% above Bank of England base rate in accordance with statutory rights where applicable.

The Contractor reserves the right to recover:

• Statutory late payment compensation
• Administrative costs
• Legal fees
• Debt recovery agency fees
• Court fees


6. Escalation

If payment remains unpaid:

• County Court claim (MCOL) may be issued
• Statutory demand may be served where appropriate
• Credit reference impact may occur where legally permitted


7. Retention of Warranty

No workmanship warranty shall take effect until full payment of all sums due has been received.


8. Dispute Procedure

If the Customer disputes an invoice:

• The dispute must be raised in writing within 3 days of invoice issue
• Undisputed amounts must still be paid
• Both parties will attempt resolution in good faith

Failure to raise dispute within 3 days will constitute acceptance of the invoice.