Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Welcome to Ground Up Contracting. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Ground Up Contracting website located at https://groundupcontracting.co, as well as any services, estimates, communications, and information provided by Ground Up Contracting ("Ground Up Contracting," "Company," "we," "our," or "us").
By accessing or using our website, requesting an estimate, submitting a contact form, scheduling an appointment, or using any of our services, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website or services.
1. Our Services
Ground Up Contracting provides residential construction and remodeling services throughout Sussex County, Delaware, including but not limited to:
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Whole Home Renovations
- Home Additions
- Flooring Installation
- Sunrooms
- Screen Porches
- Deck Construction
- Patios & Pavers
- Concrete Services
- Roofing
- Siding
- Barndominiums
- Other residential improvement services
Descriptions, pricing, availability, and services offered are subject to change without notice.
2. Estimates & Project Proposals
All estimates provided by Ground Up Contracting are based on the information available at the time of inspection or consultation.
Project pricing may change if:
- Hidden damage is discovered
- Structural conditions differ from initial observations
- Customer requests additional work
- Material pricing changes
- Permit or code requirements change
- Project scope changes
An estimate is not a contract. Work begins only after both parties have agreed to the project scope and applicable agreements.
3. Website Use
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.
You agree not to:
- Attempt unauthorized access to the website or servers
- Introduce malicious software or viruses
- Copy or reproduce website content without permission
- Use automated software to scrape website content
- Misrepresent your identity
- Submit false information through forms
Ground Up Contracting reserves the right to restrict or terminate website access for misuse.
4. Intellectual Property
All website content, including but not limited to:
- Logos
- Graphics
- Photographs
- Videos
- Written content
- Service descriptions
- Designs
- Icons
- Layouts
- Branding
are the property of Ground Up Contracting unless otherwise noted.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, or used without prior written permission.
5. User Submitted Content
By submitting photographs, project details, reviews, testimonials, or other content to Ground Up Contracting, you represent that you own the rights to such material or have permission to share it.
You grant Ground Up Contracting a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use submitted content for:
- Project documentation
- Marketing
- Social media
- Website content
- Advertising
- Portfolio purposes
If you prefer that project photos not be used for marketing, please notify us in writing.
6. SMS Messaging Terms
Ground Up Contracting offers optional SMS communications for customers who choose to opt in.
Messages may include:
- Estimate confirmations
- Appointment reminders
- Scheduling updates
- Project communications
- Customer support
- Promotional offers (only with separate consent)
Consent
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you consent to receive text messages from Ground Up Contracting.
Consent is voluntary and is not a condition of purchasing any products or services.
Message Frequency
Message frequency varies depending on your interaction with our company.
Message & Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply according to your wireless carrier.
Opt-Out
You may cancel SMS communications at any time by replying:
STOP
You will receive one final confirmation message.
Assistance
Reply:
HELP
or contact us directly:
Phone: (302) 258-9820
Email: groundupcontracting01@gmail.com
7. Carrier Disclaimer
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered text messages.
Ground Up Contracting cannot guarantee message delivery due to carrier limitations or technical issues beyond our control.
8. Payment Terms
Payment schedules, deposits, progress payments, and final payment requirements will be outlined in your individual project agreement.
Failure to make payments as agreed may result in project delays, suspension of work, or other remedies permitted by law.
9. Third-Party Products & Services
Some products, materials, financing options, or services may be provided by third-party manufacturers or vendors.
Ground Up Contracting is not responsible for warranties, delays, or performance of third-party products beyond any warranties provided by the manufacturer or supplier.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only.
While we strive to maintain accurate and current information, Ground Up Contracting makes no guarantees regarding:
- Website accuracy
- Availability
- Completeness
- Timeliness
- Suitability for any specific purpose
The website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, except where prohibited by law.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ground Up Contracting shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:
- Website use
- Service interruptions
- Technical issues
- Third-party websites
- Delayed communications
- Loss of data
Our maximum liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the applicable services, where permitted by law.
12. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Ground Up Contracting, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the website
- Violation of these Terms
- Misuse of our services
- Violation of applicable laws
13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of Delaware.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or the use of our website or services shall be resolved in the appropriate courts located within the State of Delaware, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
14. Changes to These Terms
Ground Up Contracting may revise these Terms of Service at any time.
The most current version will always be available at:
https://groundupcontracting.co/terms-of-service
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
15. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:
Ground Up Contracting
Website: https://groundupcontracting.co
Phone: (302) 258-9820
Email: groundupcontracting01@gmail.com
Service Area: Sussex County, Delaware
By using this website, submitting an estimate request, scheduling services, or communicating with Ground Up Contracting, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.