Terms of Service

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the website homerenovation4u.com (the “Site”) and all renovation and construction services provided by Homerenovation4u (“we”, “us”, “our”) in New York (including Staten Island), New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. By using the Site or hiring us for a project, you agree to these Terms.

1. Company and Service Areas

Homerenovation4u operates as a general contractor providing residential and light commercial renovation services, including but not limited to kitchen renovation, bathroom remodels, basement and attic finishing, flooring, painting, tile work and related trades.

Our primary service areas are:

• New York City, including Staten Island
• New Jersey
• Pennsylvania

2. Use of the Website

The Site is provided for information, marketing and communication purposes. By accessing or using the Site, you agree that you will:

• Use the Site only for lawful purposes
• Not attempt to damage, hack or disrupt the Site or its infrastructure
• Not copy, scrape or reuse content, images or code without our written consent
• Not submit false, misleading or fraudulent information through contact or estimate forms

Any information on the Site, including blog posts and project photos, is general in nature and does not replace a written contract, professional engineering advice or legal advice.

3. Estimates and Proposals

All estimates and proposals are based on information available at the time they are prepared. Unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing, estimates are:

• Non-binding and subject to change after site visits, measurements and discovery of hidden conditions
• Limited in validity to the period stated in the estimate, or thirty (30) days if no period is stated

A project is not scheduled and we are not obligated to perform work until a written proposal or contract is signed by you and any required deposit is received.

4. Scope of Work and Changes

The scope of work for each project is defined in your written agreement, proposal or contract. Only the work clearly listed in that document is included in the contract price.

Any additions, modifications or extra items requested after the contract is signed are considered change orders and may:

• Require a written change order approved by you
• Increase the price and extend the schedule

Verbal requests or text messages that are not confirmed in a written change order may not be honored or may be billed at time and materials rates at our discretion.

5. Client Responsibilities

As the property owner or authorized representative, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information about the property, including existing conditions and prior work done
• Ensure legal right to authorize the work (ownership, lease rights, association approvals where applicable)
• Provide timely access to the property during normal working hours and at other times as agreed in writing
• Maintain clear work areas free of personal items that could be damaged or obstruct work
• Secure pets, children and valuables away from work zones
• Respond promptly to questions, approvals and selections (materials, finishes, fixtures) to keep the project on schedule

6. Permits, Codes and Inspections

Responsibility for permits and approvals will be defined in your written agreement. If our scope includes obtaining permits, we will:

• Use reasonable efforts to secure required permits and inspections
• Perform work in accordance with applicable building codes and regulations to the best of our knowledge

If your agreement specifies that you are responsible for permits and approvals, you must obtain and maintain them at your own expense. We are not liable for delays, stop-work orders or penalties caused by missing or invalid permits when they are your responsibility.

7. Pricing, Deposits and Payments

Payment terms, schedule and methods will be stated in your contract or proposal. Unless otherwise specified in writing, you agree that:

• A deposit may be required before work is scheduled
• Progress payments are due upon completion of stated milestones or at intervals listed in the contract
• Final payment is due upon substantial completion of the work, regardless of minor punch list items

Late or missed payments may result in:

• Work suspension until payment is received
• Rescheduling fees or extension of the project timeline
• Interest or late fees if allowed under applicable law and specified in your contract

8. Materials, Selections and Substitutions

Material types, brands and finishes will be specified in your contract or selection sheets. You are responsible for making selections within the time frames provided so that materials can be ordered and delivered on time.

We reserve the right to propose substitutions of comparable quality if specified products are unavailable, discontinued or excessively delayed. Substitutions that affect price or appearance will be discussed with you for approval whenever reasonably possible.

9. Subcontractors and Third Parties

We may engage qualified subcontractors and licensed trade partners (such as plumbers, electricians and HVAC technicians) to perform portions of the work. You authorize us to coordinate and manage such subcontractors as part of the project.

We are not responsible for separate contractors hired directly by you who are not under our contract. Any conflicts, delays or damages caused by third parties engaged by you may result in additional charges and schedule extensions.

10. Site Conditions and Hidden Defects

Renovation work can expose hidden conditions such as structural issues, mold, rot, outdated wiring or plumbing, or code violations. Unless explicitly included in the original scope, correction of such conditions will be treated as additional work and may require change orders.

We are not responsible for pre-existing conditions at the property or defects in work performed by others before our involvement.

11. Scheduling, Access and Delays

We will use reasonable efforts to start and complete your project within the time frames estimated in your contract. However, scheduling is subject to change due to factors including, but not limited to:

• Weather and seasonal conditions
• Material and supply chain delays
• Permit processing or inspection schedules
• Changes requested by you
• Limited or restricted access to the property
• Illness, emergencies or other events beyond our reasonable control

We are not liable for incidental or consequential damages caused by reasonable delays. Any revised schedule will be communicated when possible.

12. Workmanship and Warranties

Any workmanship warranties or manufacturer warranties will be described in your written contract or supplemental documents. These Terms do not create additional warranties beyond those expressly stated in writing.

Manufacturer warranties for products, fixtures and appliances are provided by their respective manufacturers, and any claims under those warranties must be made directly to the manufacturer unless your contract states otherwise.

13. Insurance and Risk of Loss

We maintain insurance coverage customary for general contractors in our service areas, subject to policy terms and limits. You are responsible for maintaining appropriate property insurance, including coverage for fire, theft, vandalism and other risks throughout the project.

Risk of loss or damage to your personal property remains with you. You agree to remove or protect valuables and fragile items from work areas.

14. Photos, Videos and Marketing

As part of our normal business operations, we may photograph or film project sites before, during and after completion for documentation, quality control and marketing.

Unless you object in writing before work begins, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use such photos and videos (without revealing personal contact details or full street addresses) in our portfolio, on the Site, in social media, advertisements and brochures.

15. Reviews and Testimonials

If you provide a testimonial, review, message or feedback about our services, you authorize us to use and display that content (in whole or in part) for marketing and reference purposes, together with your first name, last initial and general location (for example, “John D., Staten Island”). We will not publish your phone number, email address or full street address without your explicit consent.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, our total liability for any claims arising out of or related to the Site, our services, your project or these Terms is limited to the amount you actually paid to us for the specific project or service giving rise to the claim.

Under no circumstances are we liable for:

• Lost profits, lost business or lost opportunities
• Incidental, indirect, special or consequential damages
• Damages arising from delays beyond our reasonable control

Certain jurisdictions may not allow limitations on certain damages. In such cases, these limitations apply only to the extent permitted by applicable law.

17. No Professional Advice

Information on the Site, including blog articles and project descriptions, is provided for general information only. It is not architectural, engineering, legal, tax or financial advice. You should consult qualified professionals for advice tailored to your specific property, project and situation.

18. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

We aim to resolve any concerns informally and encourage you to contact us promptly if an issue arises.

For work performed in:

• New York (including Staten Island) – these Terms and any disputes related to your project are governed by the laws of the State of New York
• New Jersey – these Terms and any disputes related to your project are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey
• Pennsylvania – these Terms and any disputes related to your project are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

For use of the Site independent of any specific project, these Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict-of-law rules.

Any legal action or proceeding will be brought in the state or federal courts located in the county and state where the project property is located, or in New York County, New York for matters related solely to Site use, unless applicable law requires another venue.

19. Priority of Written Contracts

If there is any conflict between these Terms and a signed contract, proposal or change order for your project, the signed project documents control for that project. These Terms apply in addition to, and not in place of, the specific terms of your written agreement, except where explicitly stated otherwise.

20. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Last updated” date below will indicate the latest revision. Continued use of the Site or our services after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.

21. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms or about a specific project, you can contact us through the contact form on homerenovation4u.com or by phone at 212-235-7377.