Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this Website in any way, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Vancouver Basement Finishing, a division of Justyn Rook Contracting, a sole proprietorship operated by Justyn Rook ("we," "us," "our," or "the Company").

IMPORTANT: VANCOUVER BASEMENT FINISHING and Justyn Rook Contracting are sole proprietorships operated by Justyn Rook. All references to "the Company," "we," "us," or "our" include Justyn Rook as an individual. All liability protections, indemnification provisions, disclaimers, and limitations in these Terms apply equally to and protect Justyn Rook personally, in his individual capacity, and all personal assets.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

2. Nature of Services and Content

2.1 Informational Purposes Only

ALL CONTENT ON THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED FOR GENERAL INFORMATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. Nothing on this Website constitutes professional contracting advice. Always consult with qualified professionals for your specific situation.

2.2 No Professional-Client Relationship

Use of this Website does not create any professional-client, contractor-client, fiduciary, or advisory relationship between you and Vancouver Basement Finishing or Justyn Rook Contracting.

2.3 Building and Safety Disclaimer

BASEMENT FINISHING INVOLVES BUILDING CODE AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS. Information provided on this website or through Basement IQ is not a substitute for professional assessment. Basement finishing involving framing, electrical, plumbing, waterproofing, and structural changes must comply with the BC Building Code and be performed by qualified professionals. Improper basement finishing can result in structural damage, water infiltration, mould growth, foundation issues, or health hazards. Always obtain proper permits and professional assessments for basement finishing projects.

2.4 Additional Basement Finishing Safety Disclaimer

BASEMENT FINISHING SERVICES REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE. Foundation conditions, soil types, water table levels, drainage requirements, and structural loads vary significantly across properties in Metro Vancouver. Information on this website regarding basement finishing techniques, waterproofing, underpinning, or foundation work is general in nature and must not be used as a substitute for site-specific professional assessment. Projects involving underpinning, structural modifications, or foundation work require qualified contractors and structural engineers. Failure to obtain proper professional assessment can result in foundation failure, water damage, or building code violations.

3. Basement IQ (AI-Generated Content)

By using Basement IQ or any AI features, you expressly acknowledge and agree that you use AI-generated content entirely at your own risk and will not rely on AI content for any decision without independent professional verification.

4. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL VANCOUVER BASEMENT FINISHING, JUSTYN ROOK CONTRACTING, JUSTYN ROOK (INDIVIDUALLY), OR ANY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, CONTRACTORS, INTERNS, SUPPLIERS, OR SUCCESSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES.

Our total aggregate liability shall not exceed CAD $100.00.

5. Intellectual Property

"Vancouver Basement Finishing," "Basement IQ," and related logos and marks are trademarks of Justyn Rook Contracting. All content on this Website is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.

6. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein.

7. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through our contact page.