Who this is for
This “catch-all” package is for limited companies that operate in or around construction, including for example:
- Glazing, windows and doors installers
- Flooring and tiling contractors
- Insulation and dry-lining companies
- Decorators and painting contractors
- Fencing, landscaping and garden construction
- Air-conditioning, ventilation and ductwork specialists
- Fire protection and sprinkler installers
- Steel erection, fabrication and metalwork firms
- Any other specialist trade not listed elsewhere
If you’re unsure which category you fit into, this is the best starting point. We’ll look at what you do, how you get paid and how complex your records are, then confirm a clear fixed fee before we start.
Typical income and contract types
- Supply & fit contracts for homeowners, landlords or developers
- Labour-only work for main contractors or larger trade firms
- Framework or schedule-of-rates work for councils and housing providers
- Maintenance contracts and small works orders
Common allowable expenses for specialist trade companies
The exact mix of costs will depend on your trade, but usually includes:
- Trade-specific materials and components
- Small tools, consumables and fixings
- Plant and equipment hire where needed
- PPE, uniforms and trade-specific safety equipment
- Vans and vehicles – fuel, insurance, servicing and road tax (business share)
- Public liability and employers’ liability insurance
- Trade body memberships and certification costs
- Software and apps for quotes, invoices and job management
- Advertising, website and online platform fees
Larger items such as specialist machinery or vans are normally treated as capital assets; we apply capital allowance rules so you still receive tax relief in a sensible way.
CIS, VAT and construction-specific rules
Many specialist trades sit inside the construction supply chain, meaning:
- You may be paid under CIS by contractors
- You might have your own subcontractors and need to run CIS
- The VAT domestic reverse charge can apply to some of your invoices
We’ll review your customers, subcontractors and invoices and then explain clearly how CIS and VAT should work for your specific trade.
What we need from you to file accounts & CT600
To tailor your package and complete year-end accounts, we’ll usually ask for:
- Business bank statements and any company credit/finance accounts
- Sales invoices, job summaries or application/certification reports
- Purchase invoices for materials, tools, plant and other major costs
- CIS statements (where you are paid under CIS)
- Payroll reports if you employ staff
- Details of subcontractors and how they are paid
- Vehicle and equipment purchase/finance agreements
From there we reconcile income and expenses, check CIS/VAT treatment, calculate corporation tax and file your accounts and CT600 with HMRC and Companies House.