Free Winding-Up Check Tool
STOP! If you are owed money by one of your clients, please call us immediately on 0151 329 0946. We may be able to help.
IMPORTANT: Company name MUST match the exact legal entity on Companies House or it will not appear in these results.
Before you run a credit check on a company, check our insolvency register. Instantly identify companies with active or pending winding-up petitions to protect your business from bad debts.
Separate company names with commas or new lines. One per entry recommended for clarity.
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Note: Large lists may take a little longer to scan - please be patient while we check every company.
What is the Winding-Up Search?
This tool checks your client list against the latest UK Winding-Up Petitions and insolvency notices. It acts as a free bad debtor register, helping you identify companies at risk of insolvency before they default on payments.
Why check credit status?
Checking the Gazette winding up list manually is slow and prone to error. Our tool automates this process, flagging high-risk companies instantly so you can take proactive measures to protect your cash flow.
Compliance & Legal Disclaimer
- Exact Name Matching: This tool matches company names exactly after normalising common suffixes. Always verify the exact legal entity name and company number via Companies House before taking any legal action.
- No Liability: We accept no liability for identity errors based on similar trading names. If you are unsure about any result, please contact us for manual verification.
- Ongoing Risk: The absence of a company from our register does not guarantee creditworthiness. Standard credit checks and ongoing monitoring are recommended.
- Data Accuracy: Our data is not 100% real-time. For the most current information, always cross-check with official sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as a standard credit check?
No. This tool is specifically designed to check companies against our insolvency register for active or pending winding-up petitions. It complements but does not replace standard credit checks. Use this for rapid insolvency risk assessment before extending credit.
Do you hold all historical insolvency data?
We maintain a comprehensive, current register of active and recent winding-up petitions. Our data is sufficiently recent for typical business credit assessment purposes, but we don't hold complete historical archives dating back many years. For historical records, cross-reference with Companies House directly.
Is my data and search activity secure and private?
Yes. Your data is processed securely and privately. The companies you check are not notified in any way that you've searched for them. We maintain strict confidentiality of all user searches and data. No third parties are informed of your activity.
What if I want to chase a debt against a company on this list?
If you've identified a company with active insolvency proceedings, don't wait. Contact our team immediately at 0151 329 0946 or get in touch via our contact page. We can advise on your options and help recover the debt through our specialist insolvency services.
Why must the company name match exactly?
Exact name matching ensures you're checking the correct legal entity. Similar names can refer to different companies entirely. Always verify the company number on Companies House to confirm you're reviewing the right business before making credit decisions.