Terms of Service

Last updated: January 20, 2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Foundation Repair Cost Calculator's website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our services.

1. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms of Service:

  • "Company" (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") refers to Foundation Repair Cost Calculator
  • "Service" refers to our website, calculator tool, and related services
  • "User" (referred to as "you" or "your") refers to any individual accessing our services
  • "Content" refers to all information, text, graphics, and materials on our website
  • "Contractors" refers to third-party service providers in our network

2. Use License and Restrictions

Permitted Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our services for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these terms. You may:

  • Use our calculator for personal foundation repair estimates
  • Access and read our educational content
  • Contact us for support and information
  • Request contractor referrals for your property

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use our services for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
  • Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any portion of our service without permission
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access our services
  • Interfere with or disrupt our services or servers
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Collect or harvest personal information from other users
  • Use our services to spam, harass, or abuse others
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble our software

3. User Accounts and Information

Account Responsibility

While our basic services do not require account creation, if you provide personal information or create an account, you are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account information
  • Providing accurate and complete information
  • Updating information as necessary to keep it current
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use

Information Accuracy

You warrant that all information you provide is accurate, current, and complete. Providing false or misleading information may result in termination of your access to our services.

4. Service Availability and Modifications

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Our services may be temporarily unavailable due to:

  • Scheduled maintenance and updates
  • Technical difficulties or system failures
  • Internet connectivity issues
  • Force majeure events beyond our control

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without prior notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of our services.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and design elements, is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use our content without explicit written permission.

User-Generated Content

By submitting content to us (such as feedback, questions, or reviews), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, and display such content for business purposes. You warrant that you have the right to grant this license and that your content does not infringe on any third-party rights.

6. Third-Party Contractors and Services

Important: Contractors in our network are independent third parties. We do not employ, control, or supervise these contractors and are not responsible for their actions, services, or work quality.

Contractor Relationships

When we refer contractors to you:

  • You enter into direct contractual relationships with contractors
  • We are not a party to any agreements between you and contractors
  • We do not guarantee contractor performance, pricing, or availability
  • All disputes must be resolved directly with the contractor
  • We are not liable for contractor actions or omissions

Contractor Verification

While we make reasonable efforts to verify contractor licensing and insurance, you should independently confirm:

  • Current licensing status
  • Insurance coverage
  • References and reputation
  • Qualifications for your specific project

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Service by reference. By using our services, you consent to our privacy practices as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Service Disclaimers

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness
  • Warranties that our services will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Warranties regarding third-party content or services

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, regardless of the theory of liability.

Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of our services shall not exceed the amount you paid us for services in the twelve months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Foundation Repair Cost Calculator, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with:

  • Your use of our services
  • Your violation of these Terms of Service
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Your interactions with contractors or third parties
  • Any content you submit or transmit through our services

10. Termination

Termination by You

You may stop using our services at any time. If you have an account, you may request account deletion by contacting us.

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of these Terms of Service
  • Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
  • Extended periods of inactivity
  • Technical or security reasons

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

11. Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before pursuing formal dispute resolution, we encourage you to contact us directly to resolve any issues. Many concerns can be addressed quickly through direct communication.

Binding Arbitration

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except that you may assert claims in small claims court if your claims qualify. Arbitration will be conducted by a neutral arbitrator in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or legal proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between you and us individually. You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitrations.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which our business is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in that jurisdiction.

13. General Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Disclaimer, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of our services.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms remain in full force and effect.

Assignment

We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction. You may not assign your rights or obligations without our prior written consent.

Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. We will update the "Last updated" date to reflect when changes were made. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: legal@foundationrepaircostcalculator.online
Phone: 877-734-5992 (877-734-5992)
Mail:
Foundation Repair Cost Calculator
Legal Department
[Address to be provided]
United States

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

These Terms of Service were last updated on January 20, 2025, and are effective immediately.