Success Stories From Our Members

“BESA has been integral to Hensall's success for over three decades. 

We first approached them (back in their HVCA days) as we were keen to take our business credibility and professionalism to the next level. Their guidance on legal and employment matters has proven invaluable over the years.

In particular, their expert assistance with contracts and collateral warranties gives us peace of mind that we're compliant, above board, and protect ourselves where it matters. Their expertise is in-house, sparing us the expense of legal support.

Their unwavering consistency was demonstrated by their performance throughout the unprecedented challenges of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. You would expect to see a dip in performance in a time of such uncertainty. We didn't. BESA were there with vital support, delivering weekly updates and conducting informative meetings that empowered us to navigate uncharted waters confidently. Something that has long continued to the present day. 

In no small measure, BESA has played a pivotal role in shaping Hensall into the thriving business we are today. We take pride in our partnership with them and wholeheartedly recommend their services to others looking to achieve the same levels of success.” 

“Back in the early months of the pandemic when life and business seemed a little bleak, BESA’s webinars became a focal point of our day. They made us feel like we weren’t alone and gave us a sense of a virtual community. It was a platform to ask questions, hear other people’s views and hints and tips on how we could manage together through something that was unknown to us all. 

At that point B-DACS we’re not members so we made it a priority once we started to trade again in May 2020, we set about accreditation. This was a challenge, as no accessors could travel so making a video and showcasing your own work doesn’t come easy to us in the West of Scotland, but we managed it successfully and after a few zoom calls with the auditor we were delighted to a achieve our accreditation. 

We know what BESA has available and having a platform of services is a great comfort. We use the website which has a wealth of knowledge and we know we always have the local team to call on when required.”

“We first joined when BESA were still the HVCA back in 2004.  We needed to have our quality recognised and by joining the association was the best move we could make.  The audit process gave us great confidence that members were rigorously assessed on their procedures and the site installations.  Our BESA membership gives us enhanced credibility with our public sector clients and enables us to open doors which would not be available if we were not members. We always use BESA members for subcontract works and have insisted on membership to join our supply chain. 

Our BESA membership enables us as a small company to be part of a larger organisation and have the support of services which we would not normally have access to.  The clients also have confidence that we are regularly inspected and can contact BESA if there any issues. 

While it might be a tough process to obtain membership, it is definitely worth the time and effort!” 

“We believe that BESA membership is essential for the argument for value over price. Through specification and knowledge, BESA ensures that the right member specialists are involved in the right projects at the right time, essential if industry is to avoid another Grenfell. 

We utilise the BESA Legal team, who play a critical role in the minefield that is construction contracts. They know the pitfalls and provide essential support in both pre-contract discussions and also when it comes to getting paid the right amount and on time. 

For those who want to be part of the Association, don’t join to get the BESA Badge of Quality, join to make a real difference.  BESA membership is important to all companies promoting quality and performance over lowest price.  We want all existing and prospective BESA members to enhance the Association, not diminish it.” 

“David, you and your team at BESA have really stepped up to the mark in these challenging times, by the support you have provided to its members. We at Briggs & Forrester appreciate it and personally, it provides me with pleasure to be part of the association.”

“From initial contact from the Membership team, to scheduling of the BESA CAS audit, right through to completion, the service provided was exemplary.  

Guidance notes to cover the requirements for remote auditing were excellent as was the support from all the BESA team when submitting our required evidence.  

The online BESA CAS audit was carried out by a consummate professional from BESCA, with a thorough understanding of industry requirements and more importantly a full background knowledge of our business prior to the meeting.  

Audits can sometimes be a daunting process, particularly remotely which can sometimes detract from the personal touch, however this was certainly not the case with BESA who have embraced and adapted their services to suit their customer’s needs during these changing times.” 

“Joining BESA was a positive step for Axis Europe as having the BESA ‘Badge of Quality’ demonstrates competence and provides our clients and potential clients with reassurance, peace of mind and trust that they are in safe hands.

Accreditation was challenging, but BESA were at hand to guide us through the process and achieve the ‘Badge’.

BESA provides us access to resources, training, knowledge and expertise, as well as networking opportunities to share best practice with other members.

Having the BESA ‘Badge of Quality’ enables us to evidence our competencies and help win new business.”

“Since becoming members in May 2022, BESA has provided RJC (Mechanical) with a support platform covering various areas of the business from Technical to Health & Safety and more. 

The assessment process, although very comprehensive, was straight forward and gave us assurance that our business management capability, workforce competence and technical compliance was at a level that would give our clients confidence in us. 

Maria Driver, Business Development Manager at the BESA has made sure that RJC are aware of the services that we now have access to, which will enable us to make the most of our membership. 

It is great for RJC that we have an industry recognised accreditation that also provides comprehensive industry relevant support.” 

“Joining BESA was a positive step for Axis Europe as having the BESA ‘Badge of Quality’ demonstrates competence and provides our clients and potential clients with reassurance, peace of mind and trust that they are in safe hands.

Accreditation was challenging, but BESA were at hand to guide us through the process and achieve the ‘Badge’.

BESA provides us access to resources, training, knowledge and expertise, as well as networking opportunities to share best practice with other members.

Having the BESA ‘Badge of Quality’ enables us to evidence our competencies and help win new business.”

“The entire BESA Competence Assessment Standard (CAS) assessment took less than 4 weeks to conclude and was a worthwhile exercise to participate in. It serves to ensure your organisation retains the skills and competencies within your business, in order to deliver high quality products to our clients.

It ensures your systems and processes are fit for purpose, meet required standards befitting of BESA membership.

It highlights where applicable, gaps in your systems and processes and offers guidance in how to improve such.”

“I wanted to say a huge thank you to Roger Smith at BESA who guided us through our first PCVR audit, as we have recently purchased this business and have very little experience in writing these reports to such a detailed standard. Roger always had a smile on his face and made what we thought was a difficult task into a simple one. 

Our customers have been impressed with the PCVR’s and it will help us win more business in the future around the UK.”

"BESA membership gives us access to a vast amount of technical and training content through the BESA Academy. membership has also provided us the opportunity to get involved in some of BESAs technical committees, giving us a voice on current and future technical considerations. More recently, BESA have provided some very insightful workshops on The Building Safety Act to aid us with our preparation for the release of the new standards in 2024."