Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions apply to all quotations, sales, rentals, services, deliveries, and agreements supplied by LDS Hire & Sales Ltd unless otherwise agreed in writing by an authorised representative of the company.
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By placing an order, purchasing goods, renting equipment, requesting services, or using this website, the customer confirms acceptance of these Terms & Conditions in full.
These Terms & Conditions are intended to provide clarity and protection for both the company and the customer and should be read carefully before entering into any agreement with the company.
General Conditions
Unless otherwise specifically agreed in writing by LDS Hire & Sales Ltd, all quotations, contracts, sales, rentals, and agreements are made strictly subject to these Terms & Conditions.
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These conditions shall override any alternative terms or conditions that the customer seeks to impose or incorporate, whether verbally, in writing, electronically, or through purchase documentation.
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Acceptance of any quotation, delivery, product, rental equipment, invoice, or service supplied by the company shall constitute acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.
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The company reserves the right to amend, modify, withdraw, or update quotations and specifications without prior notice unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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Any advice, recommendations, specifications, drawings, or information supplied by the company are provided in good faith but do not form part of any legally binding guarantee unless expressly confirmed in writing.
Quotations & Orders
All quotations provided by LDS Hire & Sales Ltd are subject to availability, supplier pricing, manufacturing conditions, transport costs, and material availability at the time of order confirmation.
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Unless otherwise stated:
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Quotations are valid for a limited period only
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Prices may change without notice
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Orders are not binding until accepted by the company
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The company reserves the right to refuse or cancel orders at its discretion
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Customers are responsible for ensuring all order details, specifications, dimensions, quantities, delivery information, and requirements are accurate prior to confirmation.
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Any changes requested after confirmation may result in additional charges, delays, revised lead times, or cancellation costs.
Payment Terms
Payment terms are strictly 30 days from the invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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Failure to make payment within agreed terms may result in:
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Suspension of ongoing or future orders
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Withdrawal or reduction of credit facilities
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Cancellation of deliveries or services
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Immediate recovery of outstanding balances
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Refusal of future supply
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LDS Hire & Sales Ltd reserves the right to charge interest on overdue amounts together with any legal, administrative, debt recovery, or collection costs incurred in recovering unpaid balances.
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Interest may be charged daily on overdue amounts at the maximum rate permitted under applicable law.
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Where payment is made by cheque, bank transfer, card payment, or any other method that fails, is reversed, declined, or unpaid, the customer shall remain fully responsible for all associated costs and outstanding balances.
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The company reserves the right to request full or partial payment in advance for certain orders, custom products, international deliveries, high-value goods, or customers without approved credit terms.
Pricing
All prices quoted are subject to applicable taxes, including VAT where required.
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Prices are based on costs applicable at the time of quotation and may be adjusted due to:
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Material price increases
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Supplier cost changes
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Currency fluctuations
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Manufacturing changes
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Freight and delivery costs
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Government taxes or duties
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The applicable price charged shall be the prevailing price at the time of dispatch, delivery, or invoicing unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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There may be a minimum order value requirement; however, no minimum order quantity applies unless otherwise specified.
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Additional charges may apply for:
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Express production
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Specialist packaging
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Additional deliveries
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Site access restrictions
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Re-delivery attempts
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Failed collections
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International shipments
Retention of Title
Although risk in the goods passes to the customer upon delivery, legal ownership of all goods supplied by LDS Hire & Sales Ltd shall remain with the company until full payment has been received in cleared funds for all outstanding balances owed.
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Until ownership transfers, the customer must ensure goods remain:
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Properly stored and protected
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Fully insured where appropriate
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Clearly identifiable as company property
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If the customer enters insolvency, liquidation, administration, or breaches payment obligations, the company reserves the right to recover goods without notice and may suspend deliveries or terminate contracts without liability.
Delivery
LDS Hire & Sales Ltd will make every reasonable effort to meet estimated delivery dates; however, delivery dates are estimates only and are not guaranteed. The company shall not be liable for delays or failures caused by supplier shortages, transport delays, accidents, industrial disputes, weather conditions, or other circumstances outside reasonable control.
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Claims relating to deliveries must be submitted within the following timeframes:
• Damaged or short deliveries within 3 days of delivery
• Non delivery claims within 10 days of dispatch
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Additional transport or handling charges may apply where extra deliveries, failed delivery attempts, amended allocations, or repeat site visits are required.
Cancellation & Returns
Customers are responsible for inspecting goods upon delivery and must notify LDS Hire & Sales Ltd in writing of any defects within 28 days of delivery. Where a defect is confirmed as resulting from faulty manufacture or design, the company may, at its discretion:
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• Repair the goods
• Replace defective components
• Replace the goods entirely
• Provide an appropriate credit where applicable
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This warranty does not apply to damage caused by misuse, negligence, incorrect installation, unauthorised modifications, transportation damage after delivery, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, LDS Hire & Sales Ltd shall not be liable for indirect or consequential losses, business interruption, loss of profits, project delays, or damages arising from misuse of products or delays caused by third parties.
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Nothing within these Terms & Conditions excludes liability where exclusion is prohibited under applicable law.
Website Usage & Intellectual Property
All website content, branding, logos, graphics, technical documents, product descriptions, and marketing materials displayed on this website remain the intellectual property of LDS Hire & Sales Ltd unless otherwise stated.
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No content may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or used without prior written permission from the company.
Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms & Conditions shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales unless otherwise required by applicable international consumer laws.
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LDS Hire & Sales Ltd reserves the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.