Terms of Use
Welcome to our directory, a comprehensive platform designed to connect users with a wide array of home improvement professionals and services. By accessing or using our website or services (collectively, “Services”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). These Terms apply to all users of the Services, including casual visitors, clients (“Users”), and home service professionals listed or seeking to be listed on our directory (“Professionals”).
Acceptance of Terms
By using our Services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Services.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page, with an updated effective date. By continuing to use the Services after changes are made, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
Use of Services
Users
You may use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes to find home improvement options, read and submit reviews, and interact with Professionals.
Professionals
You may use the Services to list your services, update your profile, and access services and resources for promoting your home improvement business.
Content and Conduct
a. You agree to only provide content or information that does not violate the law or anyone’s rights (including intellectual property rights).
b. Professionals are responsible for ensuring that their listings are accurate, do not mislead Users, and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Intellectual Property
All content provided on the Services, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of our directory or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
User Reviews
Users may post reviews of Professionals. While we do not censor reviews, we reserve the right to remove reviews that violate our content guidelines or are deemed harmful, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate.
Privacy
Our Privacy Policy describes how we handle the information you provide to us when you use our Services. By using the Services, you agree that we can use such data in accordance with our privacy policies.
Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
The Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Our directory disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Services.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless our directory and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the Services or your violation of these Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.
Contact Us
For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [Contact Information].
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including, without limitation, if you breach the Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Services will cease immediately.
User Accounts and Security
Users are responsible for safeguarding the password that they use to access the Services and for any activities or actions under their password. You must notify us immediately upon becoming aware of any breach of security or unauthorized use of your account.
Links to Third-Party Websites
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
Dispute Resolution
Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the use of the Services shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the local laws. Both parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the arbitrators.
Accessibility
We’re committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards. Please contact us if you encounter accessibility barriers on our website.
Subscription Services and Payments
For Professionals subscribing to premium listings, the following terms apply: Subscription fees are billed on a pre-pay basis and are non-refundable; the subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Prices are subject to change upon renewal.
Content Ownership and License
By posting content on our platform, users and Professionals grant our directory a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, modify, publicly perform, publicly display, reproduce, and distribute such content on and through the Services.
Modifications to the Service
Our directory reserves the right at any time to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Services (or any part thereof) with or without notice. You agree that we shall not be liable to you or to any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Services.
User Interactions
We do not oversee or have any control over any interaction between users and Professionals, including transactions for services. Our directory is not liable for disputes, claims, losses, injuries, or damage of any kind that might arise out of or relate to such interactions.
Disclaimer
Nature of the Service
Our directory is solely a resource for information and does not engage in any home improvement services. We serve as a directory, providing contact details and other basic information about home service professionals to help you connect with them.
- We are not home service providers. We do not offer home improvement advice, project management, or service execution.
- We do not endorse any home service professional. Listings or reviews on our site do not constitute an endorsement of any particular service provider.
No Sensitive Information
We do not collect or store sensitive information. Any personal information collected (such as names and email addresses) is used strictly for the functionality of the website.
- Users should not submit sensitive information. If such information is inadvertently submitted, it is not used for any purpose and will be handled in accordance with our privacy practices.
Accuracy of Information
Data may not be comprehensive or up-to-date. Although we endeavor to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, we cannot guarantee that all information is complete, accurate, or current.
- Dependence on third-party data. Some of the information provided on our site may be sourced from third parties, and thus, subject to errors.
No Liability
Use at your own risk. By using our directory, you agree that any decisions made based on information found on our site are your sole responsibility. We are not liable for any harm or damages related to your reliance on information obtained from our platform.
- Not for emergency use. Our platform should not be used for emergency home improvement needs.
Third-Party Links and Services
Links to other sites. Our site may contain links to other websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for your convenience and are not an endorsement by us of the content on those sites.
- Third-party services disclaimer. Interactions with third-party services (such as Google Maps) are governed by the privacy policies and terms of the respective third-party providers.
Account System
Our directory includes an account system that allows Professionals to register and manage their profiles. By creating an account, Professionals agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information during registration and profile updates.
- Maintain the security of their account by keeping their password confidential.
- Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under their account.
Contact Us
If you have any concerns or questions regarding this disclaimer or any other aspect of our service, please contact us at [Your Email Address], [Your Phone Number], or via our mailing address [Your Physical Address].
By using our directory, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Use and agree to be bound by them.