Precision Finishing Co.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Precision Finishing Co. “the Company” collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our services, website, contact forms, subscriptions, or communicate with us.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Precision Finishing Co. provides:

  • Painting & decorating services

  • Cosmetic aftercare services

  • Snagging & finishing services

  • Residential and commercial finishing solutions

  • Essential & Professional Aftercare Plans

For all privacy-related enquiries, please contact:

Email: info@precisionfinishingco.co.uk

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

2.1 Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Address

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Billing details

  • Appointment history

2.2 Property Information

  • Property address

  • Photos of works completed

  • Snagging records

  • Service history

  • Aftercare records

2.3 Website & Technical Information

When using our website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Website usage data

  • Cookies and analytics information

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information when you:

  • Contact us by phone, email, or website form

  • Request a quotation

  • Book services

  • Subscribe to an Aftercare Plan

  • Make payments

  • Communicate with us

  • Use our website

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide quotations and services

  • Manage bookings and appointments

  • Deliver Aftercare Plan services

  • Process payments and invoices

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Improve our services

  • Maintain internal business records

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Send service-related communications

Where permitted, we may also use your information for:

  • Marketing updates

  • Promotions

  • Service announcements

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal information on the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity

  • Legitimate business interests

  • Legal obligations

  • Consent (where required)

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third parties where necessary, including:

  • Payment processors

  • Accountants

  • IT and website providers

  • Scheduling or administration systems

  • Professional advisers

  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required

All third parties are expected to handle your data securely and lawfully.

7. Payment Information

Payments may be processed securely through third-party providers such as:

  • Stripe

We do not store full card payment details on our systems.

For further information, please refer to:

8. Photographs & Project Images

We may take photographs before, during, or after works:

  • For record keeping

  • Quality control

  • Warranty and aftercare purposes

  • Marketing and portfolio use

We will not knowingly publish personal or sensitive identifying information without permission.

Clients may request that photographs of their property are not used for marketing purposes.

9. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from:

  • Unauthorised access

  • Loss

  • Misuse

  • Disclosure

  • Alteration

Information may be stored electronically and/or in secure physical records.

While we take security seriously, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed as completely secure.

10. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary, including for:

  • Legal obligations

  • Tax and accounting requirements

  • Insurance purposes

  • Service history

  • Aftercare administration

When no longer required, data will be securely deleted or destroyed.

11. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and analytics technologies to improve user experience and website performance.

Cookies may collect:

  • Website usage statistics

  • Device/browser information

  • Preferences and session information

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

12. Your Rights

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

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent

  • Request data portability

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

13. Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
info@precisionfinishingco.co.uk

14. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.

Updated versions will be published on our website and become effective immediately upon posting.

16. Contact Information

For any privacy-related enquiries, please contact:

Precision Finishing Co.

Email: info@precisionfinishingco.co.uk

If you are dissatisfied with how your information is handled, you may contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)