Terms and Conditions
Building Environmental Needs Limited (BEN Ltd)
Last updated: June 24, 2026
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the BEN Ltd website (www.benltd.com) and any services provided by Building Environmental Needs Limited. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. About Us
Building Environmental Needs Limited (BEN Ltd, we, our, us) is a New Zealand registered company providing residential and non-residential building, renovation and construction services in Christchurch and surrounding areas.
2. Use of Our Website
You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
Use the website in any way that breaches applicable laws or regulations
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
Copy, reproduce or redistribute content without our written permission
Transmit harmful code, viruses or malicious software
3. Intellectual Property
All content on our website, including text, images, logos, project photographs and design, is owned by BEN Ltd or used with permission. You may not reproduce, distribute or use any of our content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.
4. Quotes and Estimates
Any quotes or estimates provided are based on the information available at the time. Final pricing is subject to:
Site inspection and measurement
Material availability and current pricing
Variations requested by the client
Unforeseen site conditions discovered during the project
Quotes are valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated.
5. Engaging Our Services
Where you engage BEN Ltd to provide building, renovation or construction services, the terms of the formal contract or written agreement between us will take precedence over these Terms. Our services are also subject to:
The Building Act 2004
The New Zealand Building Code
Master Build Services contract terms (where applicable)
Local council building consent requirements
6. Payment Terms
Payment terms will be specified in your individual project contract. Standard terms include:
Deposit payable on contract signing
Progress payments at agreed project milestones
Final payment on practical completion
Late payments may incur interest charges
7. Warranties and Guarantees
BEN Ltd provides workmanship in accordance with the Building Act 2004 and applicable industry standards. Manufacturer warranties on materials and products are passed through to the client. Specific warranty details will be provided in your project contract.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, BEN Ltd is not liable for:
Indirect, consequential or incidental losses
Loss of profits, business opportunity or data
Damage caused by factors outside our reasonable control (e.g. weather, supply chain delays)
Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes liability that cannot be lawfully excluded under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or the Fair Trading Act 1986.
9. Variations
Any variations to an agreed scope of work must be confirmed in writing and may affect the project timeline and cost. We will provide written variation orders for client approval before proceeding.
10. Disputes
If a dispute arises, both parties agree to first attempt resolution through good faith discussion. Where this is not successful, disputes may be referred to mediation or to the relevant disputes resolution body under the Building Act 2004.
11. Privacy
Our handling of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will always be published on our website. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Building Environmental Needs Limited
Email: info@benltd.com
Phone: 027 344 9079
Website: www.benltd.com
Note: This is a starting template generated for BEN Ltd. We recommend having this reviewed by a qualified legal professional before publishing to ensure full compliance with NZ law and to align with your specific contract terms.