Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 October 2026 At Sehmi Construction, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your data when you visit our website, contact us or use our construction and renovation services. We aim to handle all personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Sehmi Construction is a building and renovation business founded by Harpreet Singh, providing residential construction, house extensions, loft conversions, refurbishments, kitchen installations, bathroom renovations and new-build services. Website: https://sehmiconstruction.com/ Legal business name: [Insert registered business or sole trader name] Business address: [Insert business address and postcode] Company registration number: [If applicable] For any privacy-related enquiries, please contact us through our website's contact page.

2. Information We Collect

When you contact Sehmi Construction, request a quotation or use our services, we may collect the following information:

• Your full name
• Email address and telephone number
• Property address and postcode
• Details of your construction or renovation project
• Photographs, plans or documents you choose to provide
• Correspondence and communication records
• Billing and payment information where applicable
• Technical information such as IP addresses and website access logs

We collect information that is relevant and necessary to respond to enquiries and provide our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

• Responding to enquiries and quotation requests
• Arranging site visits and property assessments
• Preparing estimates, quotations and project proposals
• Planning, managing and completing construction projects
• Communicating project updates and important information
• Processing payments, invoices and financial records
• Responding to customer queries and resolving concerns
• Maintaining website security and improving our services
• Meeting applicable legal and regulatory obligations

Our lawful bases for processing personal data may include performing a contract, taking steps before entering into a contract, complying with legal obligations and pursuing legitimate business interests where appropriate. We will not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. How We Share Your Information

Sehmi Construction respects the confidentiality of your information. Where necessary, we may share relevant information with trusted parties involved in providing our services, including:

• Subcontractors and specialist tradespeople
• Architects and structural engineers
• Building control professionals and relevant authorities
• Material suppliers where project coordination requires it
• Website hosting, email, IT and accounting service providers

Information will only be shared where there is an appropriate reason and lawful basis for doing so. We may also disclose information where required by law or a relevant legal authority.

5. How We Protect Your Information

We are committed to taking appropriate steps to safeguard your personal information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure or loss. These measures may include secure website connections, appropriate access controls, account security and responsible data-handling practices. Although no online system can guarantee complete security, we aim to maintain suitable safeguards for the information we process.

6. How Long We Keep Your Information

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. Our proposed retention periods are:

• General enquiries: Up to 12 months after the last communication if the enquiry does not result in a project.
• Customer and project records: Generally up to 6 years after project completion, or longer where required for legal, accounting, warranty or dispute-resolution purposes.
• Financial records: Retained in accordance with applicable UK tax and accounting requirements.

When personal information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or otherwise disposed of appropriately.

7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK data protection legislation, you may have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Request that we restrict how your data is processed.
• Object to certain uses of your personal information.
• Request the transfer of your data where applicable.
• Withdraw consent where we rely on consent to process your information.

These rights are subject to applicable legal conditions and exceptions. To exercise any of these rights, please contact Sehmi Construction through our website. If you are dissatisfied with how your information has been handled, you can also raise a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). ICO Website: https://ico.org.uk/

8. Cookies and Website Information

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support essential website functionality, maintain security and improve the browsing experience. Strictly necessary cookies may be used without consent where permitted by law. Where we use optional analytics, advertising or other non-essential cookies that require consent, we will provide appropriate information and obtain consent before activating them. You can manage cookies through your browser settings and any cookie preference tools provided on our website.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites or services. Sehmi Construction is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of third-party websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any external websites they choose to visit.

10. International Data Transfers

Some technology or service providers may process personal information outside the United Kingdom. Where international transfers occur, we will take steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place as required by UK data protection law.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, business operations or legal requirements. Any updates will be published on this page, together with the revised date. We encourage visitors to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how Sehmi Construction handles your personal information, please get in touch. Sehmi Construction Founder: Harpreet Singh Website: https://sehmiconstruction.com/ Contact: Via our website's contact page. We value your trust and are committed to handling your personal information with care, transparency and respect.