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

IMPORTANT: Ottawa House Inspection 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 House Inspection or Justyn Rook Contracting.

2.3 Inspection Limits and Safety Disclaimer

A HOME INSPECTION IS A VISUAL EXAMINATION WITH LIMITS. Information provided on this website or through Inspection IQ is not a substitute for a home inspection, a specialist assessment, or the advice of your real estate agent or lawyer. Ontario.ca describes a home inspection as a visual inspection of a home's major elements and systems: it is not a pass or fail test, it does not assess whether a home meets zoning or building codes, an inspector cannot see or find everything, and an inspector gives no warranty or guarantee on a home's condition. Ontario passed a Home Inspection Act in 2017, but it has not been brought into force, so there is no provincial licence for home inspectors, and this website does not verify the training, insurance or credentials of any inspector. If you smell gas, a carbon monoxide alarm sounds, or wiring is sparking or smells of burning, leave the building and call emergency services from outside. Nothing on this website states whether any person or company is licensed, insured or qualified.

2.4 Offers, Warranties and Property Conditions Disclaimer

EVERY PURCHASE, PROPERTY AND WARRANTY IS DIFFERENT. Information on this website about offers and conditions, Tarion warranties and forms, radon, wiring, asbestos, mould, sewer laterals, consumer protection law and inspection fees is general and may not reflect your situation. Nothing on this website is legal advice: questions about the wording of an offer, a condition, a deposit or a contract are for your real estate agent or lawyer. Tarion's deadlines and coverage are set by Tarion; confirm them with Tarion and your builder. Fee ranges come from ontario.ca or are aggregated from published sources and are not quotes. Always obtain the inspector's fee, scope and report deadline in a written contract.

3. Inspection IQ (AI-Generated Content)

By using Inspection 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 HOUSE INSPECTION, 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 House Inspection," "Justyn Rook Contracting," "Inspection 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.