Your Books Handled Properly So You Can Focus on Running Your Jobs
Home improvement businesses in Suffolk often carry more financial admin than they expect, from CIS deductions to VAT submissions and monthly payroll, and most of it lands on the owner.
I handle all of that personally, from your bookkeeping and VAT returns through to CIS and payroll, so you are not spending your evenings trying to make sense of spreadsheets. Fixed monthly pricing, no team handoffs, and a direct line to me whenever you need it.
Is your home improvement business financially on track?
Four questions. Takes under two minutes. See where your books stand right now.
How are you currently managing your CIS deductions and subcontractor payments?
How confident are you that your VAT returns are submitted correctly and on time?
How do you currently track income and expenses across your jobs?
Do you have a clear picture of your business profits and tax liability right now?
Your books need attention before this creates a real problem
Based on your answers, your financial admin has gaps that could lead to penalty notices, incorrect CIS submissions or an unexpected tax bill. The good news is that these are all fixable with the right support in place. Book a free call with me and I will tell you plainly what needs sorting and how long it will take.
You are getting by, but the gaps are costing you time and confidence
You have some structure in place but you are spending time on admin that should be handled properly, and you are not fully confident in the numbers. That is a common position for growing home improvement businesses. A short call with me would help you see what a clean monthly bookkeeping setup would actually look like for your business.
Your foundations are solid. The question is whether your current setup can keep pace.
You clearly take your finances seriously and your records reflect that. If your current bookkeeping is costing you time, or you want a Xero setup that gives you real visibility month to month, it is worth a conversation. I work with businesses at your stage to keep things clean and accurate as they grow.
Services built around what home improvement businesses actually need
Every service below is handled personally by me, Ben Kennell. You will always know who is doing your books.
CIS Bookkeeping and Returns
If you use subcontractors under the Construction Industry Scheme, I handle your CIS deductions, verify subcontractors and submit your monthly returns to HMRC so you stay compliant and avoid penalties. This covers both contractors paying subbies and subcontractors reclaiming what has been deducted from them.
CIS ReturnsVAT Returns and MTD Submissions
I manage your VAT records through Xero and submit your returns under Making Tax Digital, so your quarterly obligations are met accurately and on time. If you are not yet VAT registered but approaching the threshold, I will flag it before it becomes an issue.
VAT and MTDMonthly Bookkeeping and Payroll
I keep your income and expenses properly recorded each month, categorised correctly and reconciled through Xero so you always have a clear picture of where the business stands. If you have staff or subcontractors on payroll, I handle that too, including PAYE submissions to HMRC.
Bookkeeping and PayrollWhy working directly with one bookkeeper makes a difference
Most small trade businesses are passed between junior staff at larger firms. That is not how I work.
You deal directly with me, every time
There is no team behind me and no account manager sitting between you and the person doing your books. When you ring or message, you get me, which means faster answers and none of the frustration of repeating yourself to different people. For a home improvement business where jobs move quickly, that kind of direct access genuinely matters.
Fixed monthly pricing with no surprises
My pricing starts from £25 per month and is fixed, so you know exactly what you are paying before you commit. There are no hourly rates, no surprise invoices at year end and no charge for picking up the phone. That predictability helps you plan your cash flow properly rather than treating your bookkeeper as an unknown variable.
Xero setup and ongoing support included
I am a certified Xero expert and I will set up or tidy up your Xero account so that it reflects how your business actually works. You get a live view of your figures at any time, and I make sure the data going in is accurate so the reports coming out are worth reading.
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How we get started
No long onboarding forms or weeks of waiting. Here is what happens when you get in touch.
Book a free call
You book a call at a time that suits you using the link on this page. It is free, there is no pressure and you do not need to prepare anything in advance. I just want to understand your business and what you need help with.
I tell you exactly what I can do and what it will cost
After the call I will give you a clear summary of what services make sense for your business and a fixed monthly price. No vague estimates and no follow-up sales calls. You will have everything you need to make a decision.
I set up your Xero and take over your books
Once you are happy to go ahead, I handle the Xero setup or migration and get your records in order. If there is a backlog to catch up, I will tell you upfront how long it will take and what it involves.
Your books are handled from here on
From that point your bookkeeping, VAT, CIS and payroll run each month without you needing to think about it. You get clean records, timely submissions and a bookkeeper you can actually get hold of when something comes up.
Choose your next step
Pick the option that fits where you are right now.
Common questions from home improvement businesses
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💛 5% of revenue donated to St. Elizabeth’s Hospice, Ipswich.