From ground workers and joiners to builders and sparkles, the UK construction workers in the Construction Industry Scheme or (CIS) can claim tax rebates. It is worth exploring.
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These rebates are for you!
Average 1 year CIS tax rebate claim is around £1,462
You can claim from the last 4 tax years
We can handle filing of your Self Assessment tax returns
No hourly rates and all aftercare included
No upfront fee
30% of claim value
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What construction crews say about us
Real reviews from construction crews who trusted Zipptax with their Self Assessment.
"I am a groundworker / digger, currently on HS2. I managed to get a rebate on my underpaid expenses. Took around 12 weeks end to end. ZippTax was were quick and no messing! Really good thanks!"
Rob Claverly
Groundworker/Digger
"I moved around extensively in my role, a lot of travel and some spcialist gear i had to purchase on the fly. ZippTax were able to recoup my rebate on purchases i made directly. A great service"
Timothy Essex
Crew Lead (Civil Construction)
"Great service, pretty quick and some decent refunds on stuff i had bought on my own."
Tom Cattermole
VRS Installer
Your potential savings
Based on average claims from customers in your industry
£1,462
Average per year
4
Years backdatable
£5,848
Total potential
*Average amounts based on successful claims. Individual results may vary.
Who can apply?
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Earn over £12,500 per year (PAYE) or are registered under CIS🚛
Travel to temporary worksites (locations you work at for less than 24 months)🔨
Pay for job-related expenses like travel, tools, or protective clothing without full reimbursement from your employer or contractorWhat You'll Need
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Mileage Logs: Records of travel to temporary work locations, including dates and miles driven
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Receipts: Proof of expenses like fuel, tools, protective clothing, or accommodation not reimbursed
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Employment Details: Payslips, P60s, P45s, or CIS payment statements to verify income and worksites
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Bank Details: For HMRC to deposit your refund directly
Why ZippTax?
Zipp Tax makes tax rebates easy, with your refund going straight from HMRC to you.
We charge 30% + VAT for PAYE claims (minimum £99 + VAT), invoiced separately
Reclaim your expenses from the last four years today!
Expert handling of all HMRC paperwork
Direct refund from HMRC to your account
CIS Tax Rebates – Get Back What You’re Owed
If you work in the UK construction industry under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), there’s a good chance you’ve paid too much tax. The CIS covers most construction work, from site preparation and repairs to decoration and demolition.
When you’re paid under CIS, your contractor deducts 20% straight to HMRC for your Tax and National Insurance contributions — but in many cases, that’s more than you actually owe. A CIS tax rebate can put that extra money back in your pocket, along with refunds on certain work-related expenses you’ve paid for yourself.
At ZippTax, we specialise in helping construction workers claim every penny they’re entitled to.
Who Can Claim a CIS Tax Refund?
You can claim if you work in construction under the CIS, including:
- Groundworkers
- Joiners
- Builders
- Electricians (“sparkies”)
- Plumbers
- All other CIS-registered trades
Whether you’re self-employed or have switched between PAYE and CIS, we’ll check your eligibility and handle the claim for you.
How Much Could You Get Back?
Many construction workers get refunds of £2,000–£3,000, and you can backdate claims up to 4 years. Every year, over £300 million in construction tax refunds goes unclaimed — make sure you’re not missing out.
What Can You Claim For?
If you’ve spent your own money just to do your job, you could claim tax relief on:
- Travel to different sites (mileage or public transport)
- Overnight accommodation while working away
- Meals on the road
- Parking fees and tolls
- Tools, equipment, and protective clothing (PPE)
- Public liability insurance
- Union fees and professional subscriptions
- Certain home office costs (phone, postage, stationery)
ZippTax will review your situation and make sure you’re claiming the right expenses — not too little, and not too much.
What You’ll Need to Claim
To make your claim, you’ll usually need:
- A list of worksites and dates you worked there
- Monthly payslips or CIS payment statements
- Photo ID and proof of address
- Receipts for expenses (where possible)
- MOT certificates for mileage claims
Don’t worry if you don’t have everything — we can help fill in the gaps.
How Long Does It Take?
Once your claim is submitted, HMRC usually pays out within 8–10 weeks. The sooner we start, the sooner you get your money.
Why Choose ZippTax?
- Specialists in construction sector tax refunds
- Hassle-free process — we handle all the paperwork
- Maximise your refund without risking HMRC penalties
- Free eligibility check in under a minute
Start Your CIS Tax Refund Claim Today
Every month you delay could mean missing out on money that’s rightfully yours. Check your eligibility now with ZippTax and let us do the hard work — you just enjoy the payout.