Privacy Policy

At Martin Black Roofing Ltd, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK data protection law (UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018).

1. Information We Collect

We only collect the information needed to provide our roofing services, including:

• Name

• Address and property details

• Email address

• Phone number

• Details about the roofing work required

• Invoices, quotes, and payment information

We do not collect unnecessary data, and we do not sell or share your information with third parties for marketing.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

• Provide roofing inspections, quotes, and services

• Communicate with you about appointments and project updates

• Issue invoices, receipts, and warranty information

• Maintain internal records for legal and tax purposes

We only use your information where it is necessary to deliver our services or where we have a legal obligation.

3. How We Store Your Data

Your information is stored securely in:

• Password‑protected devices

• Encrypted email accounts

• Secure accounting or job‑management systems (if used)

We keep your data only for as long as necessary—typically 6 years for tax and insurance purposes.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Subcontractors or suppliers involved in your roofing work

• Insurance companies (if work relates to a claim)

• Accountants or HMRC for legal compliance

We only share the minimum information required and never for marketing.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request corrections to inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data (where legally possible)

• Object to or restrict how your data is used

• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.

6. Cookies and Website Tracking

If our website uses cookies or analytics tools, they may collect basic usage information such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the site

• Device or browser type

You can control cookies through your browser settings.