PRATER LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2021
60Fair
vs last year
#3573 in UK
#264 in Property
#599 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
02107097
Registered Address
Perrywood Business Park, Honeycrock Lane, Salfords, Surrey, RH1 5JQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
5
Turnover
£10,721,000
EBITDA
£928,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
6 March 1987
Nature of Business
41201 - Construction of commercial buildings
Industries
Property, Infrastructure And Construction
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
56 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
47%
31-60 Days
43%
After 60 Days
10%
Not Paid Within Terms6%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2021-08-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202120 Aug 20215647%43%10%6%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202009 Feb 20215647%43%10%6%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201828 Feb 20195515%48%37%6%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Feb 20194718%57%25%3%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

Prater Limited does not have standard payment terms, they range from 7 days to 60 days after the month-end of receipt of invoices. Payment runs are typically on a weekly basis by BACS.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

Suppliers are notified in writing, should there be any change to the standard payment terms.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Prater Limited actively resolve disputes as efficiently as possible. There is an escalation process in place to senior management if disputes cannot be resolved in a reasonable time frame.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

PRATER LIMITED is a leading construction company in the United Kingdom that specializes in roofing, cladding, and building envelope solutions. They have been in operation since 1954 and have a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Their sustainability program focuses on reducing waste, minimizing energy consumption, and promoting sustainable materials in their projects. They have also implemented a carbon management plan to reduce their carbon footprint and have achieved ISO 14001 certification for their environmental management system.

In terms of products and services, PRATER LIMITED offers a wide range of roofing, cladding, and building envelope solutions for both new construction and refurbishment projects. They work with a variety of materials such as metal, glass, and sustainable options like green roofs and solar panels.

The company is led by a team of experienced professionals, including managing director John O'Connor and operations director Neil Butt. They are supported by a dedicated team of project managers, engineers, and technicians.

For any inquiries or further information, PRATER LIMITED can be contacted through their website at www.prater.co.uk or via their registered office at 1 Waterside Drive, Langley, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 6EZ. Their commitment to sustainability, high-quality products and services, and experienced leadership make them a trusted and reputable choice for construction projects in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,928,763
Net Worth
-£21,289,284
Total Current Assets
£14,796,840
Total Current Liabilities
£22,265,283

Company Location