1. Introduction and Acceptance
Welcome to SteelBuild Construction. These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and SteelBuild Construction ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") regarding your access to and use of our website, services, and related applications (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing, browsing, or using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.
These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service, including but not limited to individuals, businesses, contractors, and third-party service providers.
2. Definitions
For clarity and to ensure mutual understanding, the following terms shall have the meanings set forth below:
- "Service"
- Refers to the SteelBuild Construction website, including all pages, features, content, services, and functionalities offered therein.
- "User"
- Any person or entity who accesses, browses, or uses our Service, whether registered or not.
- "Content"
- All information, text, images, graphics, videos, audio files, software, and other materials that appear on or are accessible through our Service.
- "Services"
- All construction, engineering, consultation, and related services offered by SteelBuild Construction.
3. User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use
As a user of our Service, you are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and when using our Service
- Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
- Promptly notify us of any unauthorized use of your account
- Use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Respect the intellectual property rights of SteelBuild Construction and third parties
- Not use the Service for any unlawful purpose or to facilitate unlawful activities
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Service or other systems or networks
- Not interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service
3.1 Prohibited Activities
You are strictly prohibited from engaging in the following activities when using our Service:
- Transmitting harmful, offensive, defamatory, or illegal content
- Distributing viruses, malware, or any code designed to damage or interfere with our Service
- Impersonating any person or entity, including SteelBuild Construction employees or representatives
- Scraping, mining, or harvesting data from our Service without explicit written consent
- Using automated systems to access our Service, including bots, spiders, or scripts
- Interfering with the proper functioning of our Service or servers
- Violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
4. Intellectual Property Rights
The Service, including all Content, features, and functionality, is owned by SteelBuild Construction and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Our trademarks, logos, service marks, and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.
Your Rights and Restrictions
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Service for its intended purpose. This license does not include:
- Resale or commercial use of the Service or Content
- Modification, reverse engineering, or creating derivative works
- Distribution, transmission, or public display of Content
- Removal of any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
5. Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5.1 Data Security Commitment
SteelBuild Construction is committed to maintaining the security and confidentiality of your personal and business information. We employ industry-standard security protocols and regularly review our security practices to ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws.
If you have any concerns about data security or privacy, please contact us using the information provided in Section 13 of these Terms.
6. Service Availability and Modifications
While we strive to provide reliable and uninterrupted Service, we do not guarantee that the Service will be available at all times. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without prior notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts or all of the Service without notice or liability.
Service Interruptions
We may experience temporary interruptions due to:
- Scheduled maintenance and system upgrades
- Technical difficulties or server issues
- Force majeure events beyond our control
- Security-related suspensions
We will make reasonable efforts to restore Service as quickly as possible during such interruptions.
7. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. SteelBuild Construction disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
7.1 Construction Services Disclaimer
All construction projects, estimates, timelines, and specifications provided through our Service are preliminary and subject to change. Actual project outcomes may vary based on site conditions, material availability, regulatory requirements, and other factors beyond our control.
Professional consultation and services are provided by licensed professionals, but we do not guarantee specific results or outcomes for any construction project.
7.2 Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, SteelBuild Construction and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.
Our total liability for any claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid us for the Service in the twelve (12) months preceding the claim.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SteelBuild Construction and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:
- Your use of and access to the Service
- Your violation of any term of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party right, including without limitation any copyright, property, or privacy right
- Any claim that your use of the Service caused damage to a third party
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Philippine Dispute Resolution Center, Inc. (PDRCI).
Arbitration Process
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by PDRCI in Manila, Philippines.
The arbitration shall be conducted in English, and the arbitrator's award shall be final and binding on all parties.
10. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service 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 Service will cease immediately
- All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive
- We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes
You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us through the methods provided in Section 13. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Service.
11. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least thirty (30) days' notice before any new terms take effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.
By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please stop using the Service.
12. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us using the following information:
SteelBuild Construction
Quirino Ave., Parañaque City
Metro Manila, Philippines
Business Hours
Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Emergency Services: Available 24/7
Acknowledgment
By using SteelBuild Construction's website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. You also acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described therein.
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and SteelBuild Construction regarding the use of our Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.