Terms and Conditions

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Granite & Timber Builders ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") concerning your access to and use of the your-domain.com website ("Website") and any related services provided.

By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Website or services.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

2. Description of Services

Granite & Timber Builders provides professional construction and building services, including but not limited to:

• Residential and commercial construction
• Custom home building
• Renovation and remodeling services
• Architectural design consultation
• Project management services
• Building maintenance and repairs

The Website serves as an informational platform and a means to request quotes, consultations, and service inquiries. Specific service agreements will be governed by separate written contracts.

3. User Responsibilities and Conduct

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law
• Transmit any malicious code, viruses, or harmful materials
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website
• Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits others from using the Website
• Use automated systems to access the Website without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Collect or store personal data about other users without consent

3.2 Account Information

If you create an account or submit information through our Website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Property

The Website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, design, selection, and arrangement) are owned by Granite & Timber Builders, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include any rights to:

• Modify or copy materials except as necessary for normal viewing
• Use materials for commercial purposes or public display
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notations
• Transfer materials to another person or "mirror" materials on any other server

4.3 Trademarks

The Granite & Timber Builders name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of the Company. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

5. Service Agreements and Contracts

Any construction or building services provided by Granite & Timber Builders will be subject to separate written service agreements. These Terms govern only the use of the Website and do not create any service contract or obligation to provide construction services.

All project quotes, estimates, and proposals provided through the Website are preliminary and non-binding until a formal written contract is executed by both parties. Final pricing and terms will be determined through individual project agreements.

Service contracts will include specific terms regarding project scope, timelines, payment terms, warranties, and other project-specific details that supersede these general Terms where applicable.

6. Disclaimers and Warranties

6.1 Website Availability

The Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that defects will be corrected.

6.2 Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any information on the Website. Any reliance on such information is at your own risk.

6.3 Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any third-party sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and conditions.

6.4 Professional Advice

Information provided on the Website is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. For specific project advice, please consult directly with our licensed professionals.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Granite & Timber Builders, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or data
• Loss of business opportunities
• Personal injury or property damage
• Business interruption
• Loss resulting from website access or inability to access

Our total liability for any claims arising from or related to the Website shall not exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing the Website during the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

8. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Granite & Timber Builders and its officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your use of the Website
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Any content or information you submit or transmit through the Website
• Any harmful act toward any other user of the Website

9. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Website, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Croatian data protection laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal data, including rights to access, correction, deletion, and portability of your data.

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by Company

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to breach of these Terms.

10.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10.3 Termination by User

You may terminate your use of the Website at any time by discontinuing access to the Website. If you have an account, you may request account deletion by contacting us.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

11.1 Applicable Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Croatia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Croatia, and the parties hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

11.3 EU Regulations

For users within the European Union, these Terms comply with applicable EU regulations, including but not limited to consumer protection directives and the Digital Content Directive.

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Informal Resolution

In the event of any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or relating to these Terms or the Website, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting us at [email protected] and providing a detailed description of the dispute.

12.2 Mediation

If informal resolution is not successful within thirty (30) days, either party may request mediation through a mutually agreed-upon mediator or mediation service in Croatia. The costs of mediation shall be shared equally unless otherwise agreed.

12.3 Legal Action

If mediation does not result in resolution within sixty (60) days, either party may pursue legal action in accordance with the jurisdiction provisions stated in these Terms.

12.4 Consumer Rights

Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit any consumer rights under applicable Croatian or EU law, including the right to pursue claims through small claims court or consumer protection agencies.

13. Additional Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any separate service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Granite & Timber Builders regarding the use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

13.2 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 these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

13.3 Waiver

No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms without restriction. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section shall be void.

13.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from causes outside our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, strikes, or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor, or materials.

14. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or notices regarding these Terms, please contact us:

All notices to you will be deemed given when sent to the email address you provided or posted on the Website. Notices to us must be sent to the email address listed above and will be deemed given when received.