Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the filldirtcalc.com website ("Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our Service.

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

2. Service Description

filldirtcalc.com provides free online calculators and educational content for estimating fill dirt, soil, and excavation material requirements. Our services include:

• Volumetric calculation tools for various project types
• Cost estimation calculators
• Educational guides and how-to articles
• Project planning resources

3. Calculator Accuracy and Disclaimers

Factors affecting accuracy:

• Actual material needs may vary based on site conditions
• Soil compaction rates differ by material type and moisture content
• Measurement errors can significantly impact results
• Supplier material densities may vary from standard assumptions
• Irregular terrain requires professional surveying for accuracy

You are solely responsible for verifying calculations and determining appropriate material orders for your specific project. We recommend consulting with excavation professionals, engineers, or material suppliers before making purchasing decisions.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content, features, and functionality on filldirtcalc.com, including but not limited to:

• Website design, layout, and graphics
• Calculation algorithms and formulas
• Text, images, and multimedia content
• Software code and architecture
• Trademarks, logos, and service marks

are owned by filldirtcalc.com or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

Permitted Use

You may use our calculators for personal or commercial projects. You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, or redistribute our calculation algorithms
• Create derivative works based on our software
• Reverse engineer our calculator code
• Frame or embed our calculators on other websites without permission
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

5. User Responsibilities and Acceptable Use

When using filldirtcalc.com, you agree to:

• Provide accurate measurements and inputs
• Use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Not interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Not use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Not transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code

Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination of your access to the Service.

6. Limitation of Liability

This includes, but is not limited to, damages for:

• Ordering incorrect quantities of materials
• Project delays or cost overruns
• Loss of profits or business opportunities
• Data loss or corruption
• Personal injury or property damage
• Reliance on calculation results

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

Maximum Liability: In no event shall filldirtcalc.com's total liability to you for all damages exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months (whichever is greater).

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of calculations
• Uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Freedom from viruses or harmful components

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless filldirtcalc.com, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit or transmit through the Service
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse and are not responsible for:

• The content, accuracy, or safety of third-party sites
• Products or services offered by third parties
• Privacy practices of external websites
• Any damages or losses caused by third-party interactions

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of [Your State], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through:

1. Informal Negotiation: Contact us first to resolve disputes amicably
2. Binding Arbitration: Unresolved disputes shall be settled by binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association rules
3. Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes individually, not as part of a class action

Nothing in these Terms shall prevent either party from seeking injunctive relief in court to protect intellectual property or confidential information.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause or notice, including for:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Prolonged inactivity
• Technical or security reasons

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.

12. Miscellaneous Provisions