Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 27th October 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Integrity Plumbing & Heating ("we", "us", "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website or services.

Company Details:

  • Trading Name: Integrity Plumbing & Heating
  • Address: 31 Elmlea Avenue, Fremington, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3DF, United Kingdom
  • Telephone: 07830 126923
  • Email: dean@integrityplumbing.co.uk
  • Website: www.integrityplumbing.co.uk

We are specialists in air source heat pump installation and servicing throughout Barnstaple and North Devon.

Your Rights: This policy explains your rights regarding your personal data, including your right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data about you:

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, telephone number, postal address
  • Property Information: Property type, postcode, current heating system details
  • Enquiry Details: Information about your air source heat pump enquiry, installation requirements, service requests
  • Communication Records: Records of correspondence via email, phone, WhatsApp, or contact forms
  • Quote Information: Details required to provide accurate quotations for installation and servicing

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
  • Cookies and Tracking: Data collected through cookies (see our Cookie Policy)
  • Analytics: Page views, time spent on site, navigation patterns (via Google Analytics or similar services)
  • Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address to determine service area eligibility

2.3 Information from Third Parties

  • Social Media: If you contact us through Facebook or other social platforms
  • Referrals: Information provided by customers who refer your business to us
  • Government Schemes: Details related to Boiler Upgrade Scheme applications (where applicable)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

Purpose Legal Basis
Responding to enquiries and providing quotations Legitimate interests / Contract performance
Scheduling and performing installation or service work Contract performance
Processing payments and invoicing Contract performance
Providing customer support and aftercare Contract performance / Legitimate interests
Sending service reminders and warranty information Legitimate interests
Marketing communications (with consent) Consent
Improving our website and services Legitimate interests
Complying with legal obligations Legal obligation
Fraud prevention and security Legitimate interests

3.1 Marketing Communications

We will only send you marketing communications if you have given us consent or where we have a legitimate interest to do so. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

  • Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
  • Contacting us directly at dean@integrityplumbing.co.uk
  • Calling us on 07830 126923

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share your information with the following categories of recipients:

4.1 Service Providers

  • Website Hosting: Our website hosting provider to maintain our online presence
  • Email Services: Email service providers for communication purposes
  • Analytics Providers: Google Analytics (anonymised where possible) to improve our website
  • Payment Processors: Secure payment providers for processing transactions
  • Communication Tools: WhatsApp Business for customer messaging (where initiated by you)

4.2 Professional Advisers

  • Accountants, solicitors, and other professional advisers
  • Insurance providers

4.3 Regulatory Bodies

  • MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme): For certification compliance
  • Gas Safe Register: For gas safety compliance
  • Government Bodies: For Boiler Upgrade Scheme administration (where applicable)
  • Local Authorities: For building control and compliance purposes

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your personal information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations or court orders
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Prevent fraud or other illegal activity

Data Protection: All third parties we work with are required to maintain the security and confidentiality of your personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

5. Data Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect it against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

5.1 Security Measures Include:

  • Secure encrypted connections (SSL/TLS) for data transmission
  • Password-protected systems and encrypted databases
  • Regular security updates and patches
  • Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
  • Secure disposal of physical and electronic records
  • Regular backups stored securely

5.2 Data Breach

In the unlikely event of a data breach that poses a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) within 72 hours and inform you without undue delay.

6. How Long We Keep Your Information

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.

Data Type Retention Period
Enquiry data (no quote provided) 12 months
Quote data (not accepted) 24 months
Customer contract and installation records 7 years (for legal and warranty purposes)
Financial records and invoices 7 years (HMRC requirements)
MCS certification records 10 years (certification requirements)
Marketing consent records Until consent is withdrawn
Website analytics data 26 months (Google Analytics default)

After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymise your personal data.

7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

7.1 Right of Access

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. This is known as a "Subject Access Request" (SAR).

7.2 Right to Rectification

You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about you.

7.3 Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

You can request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as:

  • The data is no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected
  • You withdraw consent (where consent was the legal basis)
  • You object to processing and there are no overriding legitimate grounds
  • The data has been unlawfully processed

7.4 Right to Restrict Processing

You can ask us to restrict the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.

7.5 Right to Data Portability

You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format and transmit it to another organisation.

7.6 Right to Object

You have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

7.7 Rights Related to Automated Decision Making

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling. All quotations and decisions are made by our team.

How to Exercise Your Rights: To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy. We will respond to your request within one month.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyse website traffic.

8.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve functionality.

8.2 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing to show relevant advertisements (with consent)

8.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

8.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set cookies, including:

  • Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
  • Facebook Pixel: Advertising and remarketing (if applicable)
  • Google Maps: Location services

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

  • Facebook and social media platforms
  • Government scheme websites (e.g., Boiler Upgrade Scheme)
  • Manufacturer websites
  • Certification body websites (MCS, Gas Safe, Heat Geek)

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your personal data is primarily stored and processed within the United Kingdom. However, some of our service providers (such as website hosting or email services) may process data outside the UK.

Where data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the UK authorities
  • Adequacy decisions recognising equivalent data protection standards
  • Privacy Shield certifications (where applicable)

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.

When we make significant changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you by email (if we have your contact details)
  • Display a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

13. How to Complain

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data, please contact us first using the details below. We will investigate and respond to your complaint.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK's supervisory authority:

Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

Address: Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF

Telephone: 0303 123 1113

Website: www.ico.org.uk

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us:

Integrity Plumbing & Heating

Contact Name: Dean

Address: 31 Elmlea Avenue, Fremington, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 3DF, United Kingdom

Telephone: 07830 126923

Email: dean@integrityplumbing.co.uk

Website: www.integrityplumbing.co.uk

Business Hours: Monday-Friday: 8am-6pm | Saturday: 9am-4pm

We aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

Your Consent: By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy. If you contact us via our website forms, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described in this policy.