Federation of Master Builders Membership - Benefits for Clients
Being a member of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) offers building companies many benefits - but what are the benefits of the Federation of Master Builders membership for clients?
The Federation of Master Builders was established in 1941. It is the largest trade association representing small to medium sized building companies in the UK.
In order to become a member of the FMB, a company has to fulfil a number of requirements. All members are regularly assessed and inspected. Here at TED Construction & Developments Ltd, we are proud to be members, but how does this help you, the client?
According to FMB research, a third of homeowners delay major home improvements for fear of hiring a 'dodgy' builder. Shockingly, over half of those surveyed reported a negative experience with their builder.
The building trade is not regulated in the same way as gas and electric trades. Currently, any person or company can undertake construction work. Therefore, a client could unknowingly hire a builder with very limited experience or ability, and without any evidence of formal qualifications.
The FMB are actively campaigning to license the UK building industry. This would help to protect consumers from poor building practices and unscrupulous builders.
Quality of Work is Assessed by Independent On Site Inspections
For a building company to become a member, a number of independent checks are carried out to ensure that the high standards of a Master Builder are met.
These include -
- Thorough company checks - including credit and Director checks.
- Quality of work is assessed by independent on site inspections.
- FMB members must agree to abide by the FMB Code of Conduct to be accountable for good standards, ensuring protection for clients.
But what do you, the client, get from a builder who is a member of the FMB?
Benefits include:
- Access to a free database of all members of the association. On average 25,000 people access the database every month.
- Reassurance that the builder you work with has been through the FMB's thorough inspection and assessment process.
- Safety in the knowledge that your chosen builder adheres to the FMB's strict quality control requirements.
- Consumer protection available to you with free and impartial dispute resolution in the unlikely event that a problem occurs.
- Peace of mind as the FMB, as an organisation, has achieved 'gold' status in the Investors in People accreditation.
- Confidence knowing that your chosen company’s FMB membership demonstrates investment on the part of the builder.
- Access to useful articles and information including ‘How to Choose a Builder’ alongside project specific guides like ‘House Extensions’ and ‘Planning a Bathroom’.
You can learn more about TED Construction & Developments Ltd and our Federation of Master Builders Membership here or, alternatively, give us a call on 01243 278018. We would be happy to chat through your ideas and answer any questions you may have about building projects you’re hoping to start in 2025.
