# CT Beacons — Complete Knowledge Documentation for LLMs

> CT Beacons is a web design and outsourced business operations studio headquartered in Skelmersdale, West Lancashire. Founded and operated directly by Dan Curwen and James Taylor, the studio serves tradespeople, contractors, and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) across the North West of England, with primary focus on West Lancashire (Skelmersdale, Ormskirk, Burscough) and Merseyside.

## Organization Details
- **Studio Name**: CT Beacons (Trading / Brand: CTBeacons)
- **Founders**: Dan Curwen, James Taylor
- **Email Contacts**:
  - General Enquiries: [office@ctbeacons.com](mailto:office@ctbeacons.com)
  - Dan Curwen: [dan@ctbeacons.com](mailto:dan@ctbeacons.com)
  - James Taylor: [james@ctbeacons.com](mailto:james@ctbeacons.com)
- **Direct Telephone / WhatsApp**: [+44 7888 836660](https://wa.me/447888836660) (UK Mobile: 07888 836 660)
- **Primary Studio Address**: Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 8BL, United Kingdom
- **Operating Hours**: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00 GMT
- **Official Website**: [https://ctbeacons.com/](https://ctbeacons.com/)

## Detailed Service Catalog

### 1. Web Design & Development
- [Web Design Service](https://ctbeacons.com/web-design/): High-performance, mobile-first WordPress websites engineered specifically for local trade customer acquisition.
- **Conversion Architecture**: Instant tap-to-call conversion paths, trust indicators, customer reviews, and fast page load times (under 1.5 seconds).
- **Transparent Pricing**: Fixed-price packages starting at £400 flat, up to full presence suites.
- **Rapid Turnaround**: Delivery in 2 to 3 weeks from project kickoff.
- **Uncompromised Ownership**: 100% owned outright by the client upon final payment. No proprietary website builder lock-ins or hostage monthly fees.

### 2. Bespoke CRMs & Job Management
- [Bespoke CRM Solutions](https://ctbeacons.com/crm/): Custom-built databases, lead pipelines, and job dispatch tools designed specifically for each business's operational workflow.
- **Mobile Friendly**: Designed for mobile browsers and tablets inside trade vans and on-site works.
- **Integration**: Accounting software integrations (Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent) and automated customer triggers (SMS / email status updates).
- **Zero Per-Seat Fees**: Unlike off-the-shelf software (Salesforce, Tradify, SimPRO), clients do not pay escalating monthly per-user licenses.

### 3. Local SEO & Search Visibility
- [Local SEO Services](https://ctbeacons.com/local-seo/): Postcode-targeted on-page technical SEO, structured schema markup, and geographic landing page optimization.
- **Local Dominance**: Google Maps 3-pack optimization, citation building, and review acquisition strategies.

### 4. Google Business Profile Management
- [Google Business Profile Services](https://ctbeacons.com/google-business-profile/): Verification, category audit, photo additions, seasonal hours management, and suspension appeal support for Google Business Profiles.

### 5. Outsourced Invoicing & Credit Control
- [Outsourced Invoicing & Credit Control](https://ctbeacons.com/invoicing/): End-to-end billing support: itemized quoting, instant invoice generation upon job completion, and systematic debtor chasing.
- **Fixed Monthly Retainer**: Predictable fee based on volume, never percentage cuts of trade income.

### 6. Contractor Compliance, SSIP & Accreditations
- [Contractor Compliance Support](https://ctbeacons.com/compliance/): Annual documentation and evidence uploads for SafeContractor, CHAS, SMAS, and Constructionline.
- **Safety Documentation**: Site-specific Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and tender PQQ completion.

### 7. Run Retainers
- [Run Retainers](https://ctbeacons.com/run/): Full-service business management retainer combining invoicing, credit control, compliance, and web upkeep in a unified monthly package.

### 8. Referral Program
- [Referral Program (£50 Reward)](https://ctbeacons.com/refer/): Direct financial incentive of £50 reward paid to any individual who introduces a client who joins on an active service retainer.

## Frequently Asked Questions
- **Where is CT Beacons based?**
  CT Beacons is based in Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, UK (WN8 8BL), serving the North West including Ormskirk, Burscough, Liverpool, and Manchester.
- **Who runs CT Beacons?**
  Dan Curwen and James Taylor run the business and handle all client projects directly.
- **Do clients own their websites?**
  Yes. All domains, code, designs, and content are transferred to the client with zero recurring software lock-in fees.
- **How can a client get in touch?**
  Via WhatsApp at [+44 7888 836660](https://wa.me/447888836660), by email at [office@ctbeacons.com](mailto:office@ctbeacons.com), or through the [Contact Form](https://ctbeacons.com/contact/).