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 Ottawa Waterproofing Pro, a division of Justyn Rook Contracting, a sole proprietorship operated by Justyn Rook ("we," "us," "our," or "the Company").

IMPORTANT: Ottawa Waterproofing Pro 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 Ottawa Waterproofing Pro or Justyn Rook Contracting.

2.3 Safety Disclaimer

EXCAVATING BESIDE A FOUNDATION AND WORKING ON BASEMENT DRAINAGE INVOLVE SAFETY RISKS. Information provided on this website or through Waterproofing IQ is not a substitute for checking with the City of Ottawa, a professional assessment, or the advice of a qualified contractor. Ontario law requires a locate request before anyone digs, no matter the size or depth; locates are free. Excavation safety on a construction project is the contractor's duty under Ontario's construction regulation, and no one should enter an unsupported trench. Basement flood water may contain sewage. We found no Ontario licence for waterproofing contractors, plumber is a compulsory trade in Ontario, and this website does not verify the training, coverage or credentials of any contractor. If a buried gas line or cable is struck, you smell gas, or water is near electrical equipment, leave the area and call emergency services from a safe place. Nothing on this website states whether any person or company is licensed, insured or qualified.

2.4 Building Code, Permits and Site Conditions Disclaimer

BUILDING CODE, PERMIT AND SITE CONDITIONS ARE SPECIFIC TO EACH PROPERTY. Groundwater, soil, drainage, the foundation, buried services, the sewer connection and heritage status vary across properties in Ottawa. Information on this website about the Ontario Building Code, City of Ottawa permits, the City's protective plumbing program, insurance and costs is general and may not reflect your situation. Building Code figures are minimums, not a design. City programs can change and the City lists its protective plumbing program as under review. Cost ranges are aggregated from published sources and are not quotes. Always obtain written quotes, confirm permit and rebate requirements with the City, ask your insurer in writing about your own policy, and request a locate before any digging.

3. Waterproofing IQ (AI-Generated Content)

By using Waterproofing 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 OTTAWA WATERPROOFING PRO, 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

"Ottawa Waterproofing Pro," "Justyn Rook Contracting," "Waterproofing 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 Ontario 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.