Terms of Service

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the CertiBuild platform (“CertiBuild,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).

By accessing or using CertiBuild, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

CertiBuild is a controlled-entry verification and certification system for construction professionals. It is not a marketplace, lead generation service, bidding platform, or review site.

CertiBuild operates as a documentation and verification system that:

• Records contractor-submitted project data
• Evaluates information against defined standards
• Maintains certification status based on ongoing compliance

CertiBuild does not:

• Guarantee project outcomes
• Act as a contractor, subcontractor, or service provider
• Mediate or resolve disputes as a legal authority
• Provide professional, legal, or construction advice

All decisions made using CertiBuild remain the sole responsibility of the user.

To use CertiBuild, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Provide accurate and truthful information
• Have the legal authority to represent your business (if applicable)

CertiBuild reserves the right to deny or revoke access at its sole discretion.

4.1 Application Required

Access to certification is not automatic. Contractors must apply and undergo review. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

4.2 Certification Status

Certification is:

• Conditional
• Non-permanent
• Subject to ongoing compliance

CertiBuild may grant, deny, suspend, or revoke certification at any time.

4.3 No Right to Certification

Participation in CertiBuild does not create any right to certification, continued access, or favorable standing.

Contractors agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and truthful information
• Submit only authentic project documentation
• Maintain valid insurance and licensing where required
• Comply with CertiBuild standards and documentation requirements
• Update information when it changes

Contractors must not:

• Submit false, misleading, or manipulated documentation
• Misrepresent work performed
• Use CertiBuild branding without authorization
• Attempt to manipulate certification status

6.1 Evidence Submission

All project data submitted to CertiBuild becomes part of a structured record. CertiBuild reserves the right to:

• Accept, reject, or remove submitted materials
• Request additional documentation
• Re-evaluate previously accepted records

6.2 Record Integrity

CertiBuild distinguishes between:

• Submitted information
• Verified records

Only accepted records contribute to certification standing.

6.3 No Deletion Guarantee

Contractors acknowledge that:

• Project records may be retained permanently
• Historical records may remain even if certification is revoked

CertiBuild maintains records to preserve system integrity.

Certification is based on defined standards (“Pillars”) which may include:

• Insurance
• Licensing (where applicable)
• Documentation quality
• Professional conduct
• Reliability and compliance

CertiBuild may:

• Review compliance at any time
• Require re-verification
• Issue warnings or corrective requirements
• Suspend or revoke certification

Failure to maintain standards may result in immediate action.

CertiBuild may take the following actions at its sole discretion:

• Issue warnings
• Require corrective action
• Limit account functionality
• Suspend certification
• Revoke certification
• Remove users from the platform

Serious violations may result in immediate removal without prior notice.

CertiBuild may publicly display:

• Contractor identity
• Certification status
• Verified project records
• Compliance indicators

Contractors acknowledge that participation includes public visibility of verified records.

CertiBuild determines what information is displayed.

CertiBuild does not operate as a review platform.

• Free-form public reviews are not permitted
• CertiBuild does not publish subjective ratings or star systems

Structured feedback may be used internally for verification and enforcement purposes.

11.1 No Adjudication Role

CertiBuild is not a court of law and does not adjudicate disputes. Any disputes between parties must be resolved independently through appropriate legal channels.

11.2 No Guarantees

CertiBuild does not guarantee:

• Quality of work
• Project outcomes
• Contractor performance

Certification reflects compliance with CertiBuild standards, not a guarantee of results.

11.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CertiBuild is not liable for:

• Damages arising from contractor work
• Reliance on platform information
• Losses resulting from user decisions

CertiBuild takes integrity seriously.

We reserve the right to:

• Investigate suspicious activity
• Flag or remove misleading records
• Permanently remove users engaged in fraud

Attempts to manipulate the system may result in permanent removal.

Use of CertiBuild is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

Users acknowledge that:

• Submitted data may become part of a permanent record
• Certain information may be publicly displayed
• Data may be retained for integrity and enforcement purposes

All CertiBuild branding, systems, and content are the property of CertiBuild.

Contractors may not:

• Use CertiBuild branding without authorization
• Misrepresent certification status
• Create misleading associations with CertiBuild

CertiBuild may suspend or terminate access at any time, with or without notice.

Upon termination:

• Access to the platform may be revoked
• Records may remain as part of the system

CertiBuild may update these Terms at any time.

Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State], without regard to conflict of law principles.