Here are some key benefits of using a construction loan or “self‑build loans” in the UK:
✅ What Quick Business Loans offers
Quick Business Loans key features for Construction loans and finance in the UK:
- We work with over 120 lenders and can quote for construction business loans from as little as £5,000 up to £3,000,000.
- Main Advantages of securing the correct Construction finance
- Staged (“drawdown”) funding
With a construction loan the funds are often released in stages/milestones as the project progresses (e.g., after foundations, then structure, then roof, etc).- This means you borrow (and pay interest on) only what you need at each stage rather than the whole amount upfront.
- It also helps the lender check progress and reduces the risk for both parties. This can improve cost control and reduce wasted borrowing.
- Interest‑only payments during the build phase
Many construction loans allow you to pay only interest (or reduced repayments) while the property is being built (i.e., before full mortgage repayment kicks in).- This can ease cashflow for the borrower during the build period, when income from the project may not yet be realised.
- Flexibility / tailored to the project
Because the construction loan is tied to building/renovation rather than simply buying an existing property, the lender and borrower can tailor the terms (size, drawdowns, build schedule) more to the specific project.- For example, you might adjust the schedule, negotiate how funds are released, and match the loan to the build timeline.
- Potential for value‑adding / higher returns
When you build or significantly renovate a property, there’s potential to increase its value more than just buying an existing one. Construction loans and finance in the UK enables the build to happen swiftly.- If done well, this can lead to better long‑term value and potentially higher resale or rental returns.
- Managing cost certainty / cashflow
For construction companies or developers, having dedicated construction finance can help manage upfront costs (materials, labour etc) and avoid tying up their own working capital.- This gives more control over the project cashflow, helps meet supplier/contractor payments, and can reduce risk of cashflow shortfall.
- Tax / accounting benefits (for business/commercial builds)
In some cases (especially commercial or developer builds) interest may be deductible as a business expense, capital allowances may be available, and the construction cost adds to the base cost of the property for tax/CGT purposes.
So if you have a construction business in the UK, Quick Business Loans can help you secure funding on a regular basis.
⚠️ What you’ll need / what to check
Because you are in the construction sector (which tends to have cash-flow irregularities, project risks, delayed payments etc.), you’ll want to check the following carefully:
Key eligibility criteria (likely):
- A UK limited company trading for at least 12 months is mentioned (“minimum 1 year trading history”) by Quick Business Loans. (Quick Business Loans)
- You’ll likely need to provide your business bank account details, evidence of income/turnover, maybe trading history, and in construction possibly details of contract pipeline or orders.
- Credit profile, company accounts, and the overall risk profile will be considered (especially given many alternative lenders emphasise speed but may still require sufficient income/turnover).
- Because construction often involves large upfront costs (materials, labour) with payment later, you should check whether the loan can cover those kind of uses in your situation.
Key things to verify:
- Purpose of loan: At Quick Business Loans (or the panel lenders we use) allow the funds to be used for construction-specific uses (e.g., project mobilisation, materials, equipment) or are they more for working capital / general business purposes? T
- Repayment terms & interest rates: “no early repayment fees” doesn’t mean the interest or the charge is lower it simply means that early repayment of the loan is without Extra charge.
- Security / guarantee: Even if unsecured is offered, some lenders might demand personal guarantees or collateral depending on risk. Check what your liability is email us at support(at)q-b-l.com
- Use of funds vs project risk: If your business has large project risk (e.g., payment delays, contract changes, variation claims) you’ll need to ensure you can service the loan without jeopardising cashflow.
- Hidden fees: Even if arrangement fees are claimed to be nil, check for admin fees, early repayment charges (even if “no early repayment fees” is claimed, fine print matters), or extra costs.
- Timing: At Quick Business Loans funding can happen quickly, but for large amounts or more complex borrowers (construction business with project risk) the turnaround may be longer.
- Lender network vs direct loan: Quick Business Loans is a broker/introducer to a panel of lenders. The actual terms will depend on which actual lender you are matched with.
🛠 Construction-specific considerations
Given your business is in construction (or you have a construction project), here are a few additional points:
- Construction loans often require project documentation, cash flow forecasts, breakdown of costs, evidence of contracts/sub-contracts, possibly proofs of previous project delivery.
- You may want to consider if a “construction finance” product is more suitable than a general business loan. Some lenders specialise in construction finance, at Quick Business Loans we have experience and access to some of the biggest construction lenders and finance companies in the UK.
- Payment delays are common in construction (e.g., you complete work but payment comes after a period). Make sure the loan repayments align with your cashflow — otherwise the loan might strain you.
- Equipment/materials or large upfront cost items might need a different structure (asset finance, invoice finance, bridging loans) rather than standard business loans.
- Risk mitigation: Because construction has risks (cost overruns, contract variations, weather delays) ensure your financing buffer is adequate.
We can Help you raise the correct Construction loan
If you are with a UK-based construction business (limited company, trading at least 12 months) and you need relatively quick access to finance (say in the £5,000-£500,000 range) to support growth, equipment, materials or working capital, then Quick Business Loans can help.
However, because the construction industry has distinct risks and cashflow characteristics, you should.
- Compare the cost (interest + fees) and repayment flexibility of the lenders.
- Map your cashflow carefully (when you expect income, when you have to pay out) so the repayment schedule fits your business.
- Read the terms & conditions carefully (early repayments, defaults, personal guarantees).
- If the amount is large or the project complex, you might also consider specialist construction finance lenders (not just general business loan brokers) to see if you can get more tailored terms.
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