Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2025

Renovation Cost Report (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly and in line with UK data protection law. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we store it, and your rights.

This policy applies to our website and services available at www.renovationcostreport.co.uk.

1. Who We Are

Renovation Cost Report provides UK residential construction and renovation cost estimates using a combination of AI software, industry cost data, and contractor-style pricing assumptions.

Data Controller: Renovation Cost Report

Contact email: renovationcostreport@gmail.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data that is necessary to provide our service and operate the website.

Information you provide to us

When you use our cost report service or contact us, you may provide:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Property type and location (general location only, e.g. town or postcode area)

  • Property size and layout details

  • Description of proposed renovation or extension works

We do not ask for or store:

  • Payment card details (handled securely by Stripe)

  • Exact property addresses unless you voluntarily include them in free-text fields

  • Sensitive personal data

Automatically collected data

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Device and browser information

  • Pages visited and interactions

  • Referring website

This data is collected via analytics and cookies and does not normally identify you personally.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To generate and deliver your renovation cost report

  • To communicate with you about your report or enquiry

  • To improve the accuracy and performance of our service

  • To monitor website performance and usage

  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell your data and do not use it for unsolicited marketing.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity: to provide the service you request

  • Legitimate interests: to operate and improve our website and services

  • Consent: where required for cookies or optional communications

  • Legal obligation: where required by law

5. AI & Automated Processing

Our service uses AI software to analyse the information you provide and generate indicative renovation cost estimates.

  • AI outputs are informational only and not a substitute for professional quotations

  • No automated decisions are made that have legal or significant effects on you

  • Human oversight is applied to system design, pricing logic, and outputs

6. How We Store and Protect Your Data

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure third-party platforms (Squarespace, Tally, Zapier, Google Workspace)

  • Encrypted data transmission where supported

  • Restricted access to stored data

We only retain personal data for as long as necessary to provide the service or meet legal requirements.

7. Data Sharing

We may share limited data with trusted third parties strictly for service delivery:

  • Stripe – payment processing

  • Tally – form collection

  • Zapier – workflow automation

  • Email services – report delivery and communication

  • Analytics providers – website performance tracking

All third parties are required to handle data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly

  • Analyse traffic and usage

  • Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some site functionality may be affected if cookies are disabled.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

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

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@renovationcostreport.co.uk

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies separately.

11. Children’s Data

Our service is not intended for children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect data from minors.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on our website.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Email: info@renovationcostreport.co.uk

This policy is designed to comply with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.