Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Sacramento Valley Contractors (sacvalleycontractors.com, the "Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

2. CSLB Data Disclaimer

Sacramento Valley Contractors is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) or any other government agency.

Our Site displays contractor licensing information sourced from publicly available CSLB records. While we strive to keep this information accurate and up-to-date, we cannot guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the data displayed on our Site.

You should always verify contractor licensing information directly with the CSLB at cslb.ca.gov before making any hiring decisions.

3. No Guarantee of Accuracy

The information provided on this Site is for general informational purposes only. We make no warranties or representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of any information displayed, including but not limited to:

• Contractor license status, classifications, or history
• Bond and insurance information
• Business contact details, addresses, or phone numbers
• User-generated reviews, ratings, or testimonials
• Cost estimates, project timelines, or service descriptions

Information on this Site may be outdated, incomplete, or contain errors. Data is updated periodically, but there may be delays between changes to CSLB records and their reflection on our Site.

4. Not a Referral or Endorsement

Listing a contractor on our Site does not constitute a referral, recommendation, or endorsement. We do not vet, screen, interview, or evaluate contractors beyond displaying publicly available CSLB data. The presence of a contractor on our Site should not be interpreted as our approval of their work quality, business practices, or reliability.

5. User Responsibilities

As a user of this Site, you agree to:

• Independently verify all contractor information before making hiring decisions
• Use the Site for lawful purposes only
• Not submit false, misleading, or defamatory content
• Not attempt to scrape, harvest, or bulk-download data from the Site
• Not interfere with the operation or security of the Site
• Not impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with a contractor

6. Contractor Page Claims

Contractors may request to claim their business page on our Site. By submitting a claim, the contractor represents that they are the licensed holder or an authorized representative of the business associated with the CSLB license number in question. We reserve the right to verify claims through any reasonable means and to deny or revoke claims at our discretion.

7. Intellectual Property

All original content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, page layouts, design elements, and software — is the property of Sacramento Valley Contractors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our original content without express written permission.

CSLB data displayed on this Site is publicly available government information and is not subject to our copyright claims. The CSLB name and logo are property of the State of California.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SACRAMENTO VALLEY CONTRACTORS, ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Decisions made based on information found on the Site
• Hiring a contractor found through the Site
• Inaccurate, outdated, or incomplete information displayed on the Site
• Any disputes between homeowners and contractors
• Loss of data, revenue, or business opportunities

You use this Site at your own risk. We are a directory and informational service only — we are not a party to any transaction between homeowners and contractors.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sacramento Valley Contractors and its owners, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

10. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites and resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the courts of Sacramento County, California.

13. Contact

Questions about these Terms should be directed to:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mailing Address: Sacramento Valley Contractors, P.O. Box 12345, Sacramento, CA 95814