Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the website located at bartowdeckandfence.com or by entering into a service agreement with Bartow Deck & Fence ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services. We reserve the right to update these terms at any time, and continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

2. Description of Services

Bartow Deck & Fence provides residential and commercial deck building, fence installation, outdoor structure construction, and related services in Bartow, FL and surrounding areas. The specific scope of any project is defined in a written estimate or contract provided to the customer before work begins. We do not guarantee availability for all service areas or project types at all times.

3. Estimates and Pricing

Written estimates are provided at no charge and are valid for 30 days from the date of issue unless otherwise noted. Estimates are based on the information available at the time of the site visit and are subject to change if:

• The scope of work changes after the estimate is issued
• Unforeseen site conditions are discovered during the project
• Material prices change significantly between estimate and project start
• Customer requests modifications to the original plan

Any changes to the agreed scope of work will be documented in a written change order before the additional work begins.

4. Scheduling and Cancellation

Project start dates are subject to weather conditions, material availability, and crew scheduling. We will communicate scheduling updates promptly. If you need to cancel or reschedule a confirmed project, please notify us at least 48 hours in advance by calling (863) 535-4265 or emailing contact@bartowdeckandfence.com. Cancellations with less than 48 hours notice may result in a fee to cover scheduling and material costs already incurred.

5. Payment Terms

Payment terms are outlined in each individual project contract. Typically, a deposit is required to secure scheduling, with the remaining balance due upon project completion unless otherwise agreed in writing. Overdue balances may be subject to a late fee of 1.5% per month. Accepted payment methods are specified in your project contract. We reserve the right to suspend work on any project where payment obligations are not met.

6. Customer Responsibilities

By entering into a service agreement, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information about the property and the scope of work needed
• Ensure safe and reasonable access to the work site on scheduled project days
• Obtain any necessary homeowner association (HOA) approvals before work begins
• Notify us of any known underground utilities, easements, or property line concerns
• Clear the work area of personal property, vehicles, and obstacles before the crew arrives

7. Permits and Compliance

For projects that require building permits, we will discuss the permitting process with you during the estimate phase. Permit fees are typically the responsibility of the customer and will be itemized in the project contract. We perform all permitted work in compliance with applicable local building codes and ordinances in FL.

8. Warranty

We stand behind our workmanship. Specific warranty terms vary by project type and are detailed in your written project contract. Workmanship warranties generally cover defects in installation resulting from our work. They do not cover damage caused by normal wear and tear, weather events, acts of nature, customer misuse, or modifications made by others after project completion. Manufacturer warranties on materials are separate and are passed through to the customer where applicable.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bartow Deck & Fence shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of our website or from any service performed. Our total liability to you for any claim arising from a project shall not exceed the total amount paid by you for that specific project. Nothing in these terms limits liability for death, personal injury, or fraud caused by our negligence.

10. Website Use

The content on our website is provided for informational purposes only. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this website for commercial purposes without our written consent. We make reasonable efforts to keep website information accurate, but we do not warrant that all content is error-free or current. We are not responsible for any errors or omissions in website content.

11. Dispute Resolution

We prefer to resolve any disputes directly and in good faith. If a dispute arises from a project or service agreement, please contact us first at contact@bartowdeckandfence.com or (863) 535-4265. If we cannot reach a resolution informally, disputes will be submitted to binding arbitration in Bartow, FL, conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Class action claims are waived to the fullest extent permitted by law.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal proceedings arising from these terms shall be conducted in the appropriate courts of Florida.

13. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes take effect when posted to this page with an updated effective date. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for updates. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Contact

Questions about these terms can be directed to: