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

IMPORTANT: Ottawa Stonework 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 Stonework or Justyn Rook Contracting.

2.3 Safety Disclaimer

MASONRY WORK INVOLVES SAFETY RISKS. Information provided on this website or through Masonry IQ is not a substitute for checking with the City of Ottawa, a professional assessment, or the advice of a qualified contractor. Grinding or cutting mortar, brick and stone produces crystalline silica dust; silica is a designated substance under Ontario law, and controlling it on a job is the responsibility of the contractor and employer doing the work. Work at height on ladders and scaffolding carries a risk of falls. Ontario's Building Code requires mortar and masonry to be kept at not below 5°C during installation and for not less than 48 h after installation (Article 9.20.14.1). The Brick and Stone Mason trade is non-compulsory in Ontario, we found no Ontario licence for masonry contractors, and this website does not check the training, coverage or credentials of any contractor. If a wall, steps or any masonry looks unstable or is falling, keep clear and call emergency services. Nothing on this website states whether any person or company is licensed, insured or qualified.

2.4 Permits, Heritage Approvals and Site Conditions Disclaimer

PERMIT, HERITAGE AND SITE CONDITIONS ARE SPECIFIC TO EACH PROPERTY. Whether a masonry job needs a building permit depends on the work: repointing and veneer work are not named on the City of Ottawa's permit lists, structural repairs are, and designated heritage buildings and buildings in a Heritage District Overlay are not subject to the City's permit exemptions. Heritage requirements differ between heritage conservation districts and individual designations, and heritage approval does not replace a building permit. The condition of the wall, the brick, stone and existing mortar, the foundation, access and the weather vary across properties in Ottawa. Information on this website about permits, heritage plans, the Building Code, licensing, materials and costs is general and may not reflect your situation. Cost ranges are aggregated from published sources and are not quotes. Always obtain written quotes, ask the City whether your job needs a permit or heritage approval, and check your heritage district's plan or designation by-law before work starts.

3. Masonry IQ (AI-Generated Content)

By using Masonry 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 STONEWORK, 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 Stonework," "Justyn Rook Contracting," "Masonry 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.