Terms of Use
Welcome to Home Guide. These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of our website, content, and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website or services.
1. Website Use and Content
Our website provides informational content about home renovation and related services for educational purposes only. While we strive to keep information accurate and up-to-date, all content is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. You may access our content for personal, non-commercial use, but unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of our materials is strictly prohibited without our express written consent.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, is the property of Home Guide or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without prior written consent. You acknowledge that any unauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in legal action.
Content Ownership:
- All original text, images, and design elements are owned by Home Guide
- Third-party content is used with appropriate permissions or under fair use guidelines
- User-submitted content remains the property of the submitter, with limited license granted to Home Guide
3. User Conduct and Responsibilities
When using our website, you agree to behave in a lawful, respectful manner that does not infringe on the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the site. You are prohibited from engaging in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the functionality of our website or interfere with other users' access. You are solely responsible for ensuring that your use of our content complies with applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
Prohibited Activities:
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user accounts
- Using our website to distribute malware or other harmful code
- Engaging in any automated data collection without our express permission
- Impersonating another person or entity in communications with us
4. User Accounts and Security
Certain features of our website may require registration and the creation of a user account. When creating an account, you must provide accurate, current, and complete information as requested on our registration forms. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach that you become aware of.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
While we strive to provide accurate and reliable information, we make no representations or warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of our website content. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement, relating to our website and its content.
Important Limitations:
- Home renovation information is provided for general guidance only
- Technical specifications and building codes vary by location and over time
- Professional consultation is recommended before undertaking any renovation project
6. Limitation of Liability
Home Guide and its affiliates, partners, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) our website or any content thereon. This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Home Guide and its affiliates, partners, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that arise from or relate to your use of our website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity. This defense and indemnification obligation will survive the termination of your use of our website and these Terms of Use.
8. External Links and Third-Party Content
Our website may contain links to external sites that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content and practices of these sites and cannot accept responsibility for their respective privacy policies. Any concerns regarding external links or the content of third-party sites should be directed to the respective site administrator or webmaster. We provide these links for convenience only, and inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement of the linked site by Home Guide.
9. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website, and your continued use after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about any changes. Material changes to these Terms will be highlighted for a reasonable period after updating.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of our website shall be submitted to confidential arbitration in London, except that either party may seek injunctive or other appropriate relief in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator's award shall be binding and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.
Dispute Process:
- Attempt to resolve issues directly through our customer service channels
- Formal disputes must be submitted in writing with detailed explanation
- Arbitration will be conducted under UK arbitration rules and procedures