Professional Garden Appraisal Services

Terms of Service

1. Service Agreement

Garden Value Pros provides professional garden and landscape appraisal services. By engaging our services, you agree to these terms and conditions.

2. Professional Services

Our certified arborists and appraisers provide comprehensive evaluations based on industry standards. All reports are professional opinions based on visual inspection and industry expertise.

3. Liability and Warranty

Our services are provided with professional care and expertise. We maintain professional liability insurance and warrant our work meets industry standards. Liability is limited to the fee paid for services.

4. Payment Terms

Payment is due upon completion of services unless other arrangements are made. We accept various payment methods and provide detailed invoicing.

5. Intellectual Property

All reports, photographs, and documentation remain the property of the client upon payment. We retain the right to use anonymized data for professional development.

6. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved through mediation or arbitration in Oregon. These terms are governed by Oregon state law.

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as contact details, property information, and service requirements. We also collect technical information about your website usage.

How We Use Information

Your information is used to provide appraisal services, communicate about your project, process payments, and improve our services. We do not sell personal information to third parties.

Data Protection

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. Data is encrypted in transit and at rest, with access limited to authorized personnel.

Information Sharing

We may share information with service providers who assist in our operations, when required by law, or with your explicit consent. All sharing is done with appropriate safeguards.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also restrict processing or request data portability where applicable.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at [email protected] or call (503) 555-0147.

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide better service and understand how our website is used.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality, including security and basic operations.

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage and improve user experience.

Preference Cookies: Remember your choices and settings for a personalized experience.

Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies, including analytics and security services. These are governed by the respective third-party policies.

Cookie Retention

Cookie retention periods vary based on their purpose, from session cookies that expire when you close your browser to persistent cookies that may last up to two years.

DMCA Policy

Copyright Respect

Garden Value Pros respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We respond to valid DMCA notices according to legal requirements.

Notice and Takedown

If you believe your copyrighted material has been used without permission, please provide a written notice including:

• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material on our website
• Your contact information and electronic signature
• A statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

Counter-Notice

If you believe material was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notice with appropriate documentation and reasoning.

DMCA Agent

Send DMCA notices to: [email protected] or mail to our registered address. We will respond to valid notices promptly.

GDPR Compliance

Data Protection Rights

Under GDPR, you have specific rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Consent for marketing communications and non-essential cookies
• Contract performance for providing appraisal services
• Legitimate interests for improving services and website functionality
• Legal obligations for record keeping and compliance

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes collected, typically 7 years for business records or until you request deletion, whichever is applicable.

International Transfers

If we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses.

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]. You also have the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.