Complaints and Dispute Policy
At Richard Lloyd Developments Limited, we are committed to providing excellent service, transparency, and fairness to all our customers. If you feel we have fallen short, we want to hear from you so that we can address your concerns promptly and fairly.
This Privacy Notice tells you when, how and why we collect your personal information. It also explains how we use the information you give us, and how we keep it secure. Aside from helping us design and build homes that people love living in, the personal information you share with us means you’ll receive a more personalised and rewarding experience e.g. updates on new developments, progress on a specific development, information on personalising your Richard Lloyd Home and products and services that make the house-buying process smoother and easier.
How to Raise a Complaint
If you have a complaint, please put it in writing and send it by email to aftersales@richardlloyd.ltd
What You Can Expect
Acknowledgement – We will provide written acknowledgement of your complaint within 5 working days of us receiving it.
Detailed Initial Response – You will receive a more detailed response within 20 working days. This response may include:
An acceptance of the complaint and details of the action(s) we will take to resolve the issue(s).
An estimated timescale for the work required. Timescales may vary depending on the nature of the issue, any investigation required, lead times for sourcing materials, or preparation work.
A rejection of the complaint, with reasons for the decision.
Details of further investigation needed, if applicable, including timescales.
Final Response – After any further investigation, we will provide a final written response as soon as possible. This will set out which parts of your complaint we agree with, and (where appropriate) which parts we disagree with, and why.
If the Complaint Cannot Be Resolved
If we cannot resolve your complaint satisfactorily, you have two independent escalation options:
1. Consumer Code for Home Builders – Independent Dispute Resolution Scheme (IDRS)
- You may use the IDRS if:
- You do not receive a response from us within 20 working days.
- We cannot reach an amicable resolution within 56 calendar days of your complaint being made.
- Issues remain unresolved within agreed timescales.
- More information can be found here: Consumer Code – IDRS
2. ICW (International Construction Warranties) – Our Warranty Provider
ICW Contact Details:
- Phone: +44 (0)28 9099 2303
- Email (Claims): claims@i-c-w.co.uk
- Website: ICW – Make a Claim
- Postal Address:
ICW Insurance Services Limited
Alanbrooke House
Castlereagh Business Park
478 Castlereagh Road
Belfast, BT5 6BQ
Your Rights
Using this Complaints & Dispute Procedure, the IDRS, or ICW’s claims process does not affect your normal legal rights.