Privacy Policy

CONSTRUCTION ADVISORS LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://constructionresourceadvisors.com/ (the "Site"), engage our construction consulting, advisory, or planning services, or otherwise interact with us. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site or engage our services.

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Request a consultation, feasibility study, or advisory services;
• Submit inquiries about construction planning, land development, drainage solutions, or landscape design;
• Schedule an appointment for property assessment or site evaluation;
• Create an account or register for resources, reports, or newsletters;
• Submit project details, property information, or documentation for review;
• Participate in surveys, client feedback forms, or testimonials;
• Apply for service agreements or payment arrangements.

This information may include:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address;
• Property address, legal description, parcel ID, or site coordinates;
• Project scope, budget estimates, timelines, and design preferences;
• Photos, surveys, blueprints, or documentation related to your property or project;
• Financial information for service agreements (processed securely via third-party payment processors);
• Communication history, service preferences, and consultation notes.

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you access our Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers;
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, clickstream data, and navigation paths;
• Referring website addresses and search terms used to find our Site;
• General location data (based on IP) to provide region-specific construction guidance.

We collect this information using cookies, web beacons, log files, and similar tracking technologies. For details on how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from trusted third parties, such as:

• Referral partners, real estate professionals, or architectural firms;
• Public records related to property ownership, zoning, or permitting;
• Payment processors, fraud prevention services, or identity verification providers;
• Marketing platforms (if you interact with our ads or professional content).

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, schedule, and manage construction consulting, advisory, and planning services;
• Conduct feasibility studies, site evaluations, drainage analyses, and land use assessments;
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and strategic guidance tailored to your property or project;
• Communicate with you about consultations, project milestones, and follow-up services;
• Personalize your experience and recommend relevant resources or industry insights;
• Send informational communications, newsletters, or updates (only with your consent, where required by law);
• Respond to inquiries, resolve concerns, and provide professional client support;
• Comply with legal, licensing, or regulatory obligations under Florida law;
• Monitor Site usage, analyze trends, and improve our advisory services and user experience;
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security incidents.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions with similar data protection laws, we process your personal information based on:

• Consent: Where you have given clear consent for a specific purpose (e.g., newsletter subscriptions);
• Contractual necessity: To fulfill our obligations under a consulting or advisory agreement with you;
• Legal compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, licensing requirements, or legal processes;
• Legitimate interests: For our legitimate business interests, such as improving advisory services, fraud prevention, and professional outreach, provided your rights do not override those interests.

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as document management, scheduling software, email delivery, website hosting, customer support, and marketing assistance. These parties are contractually obligated to protect your information.
• Professional Collaborators: With licensed engineers, surveyors, architects, or environmental consultants engaged to support your project, solely for service fulfillment and with your knowledge.
• Regulatory Authorities: With government agencies, permitting offices, or licensing boards when required for project approvals, compliance reporting, or professional obligations.
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business by another company.
• Legal Requirements: If required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, regulatory demands).
• Protection of Rights: To protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of CONSTRUCTION ADVISORS LLC, our clients, employees, or others.
• With Your Consent: We may disclose your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for monetary compensation. However, certain disclosures (e.g., via advertising cookies) may be considered "sales" or "sharing" under privacy laws. You have the right to opt out of such sharing; see Section 7 below.

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for tax, legal, accounting, contractor licensing, or regulatory purposes). Criteria used to determine retention periods include:

• The nature and sensitivity of the information;
• The purpose for which the information was collected (e.g., project completion, warranty periods, or ongoing advisory relationships);
• Applicable legal, licensing, or regulatory requirements under Florida law;
• Potential legal claims, disputes, professional liability, or insurance requirements.

Typically, client records and project documentation are retained for a minimum of 7 years following engagement completion to comply with Florida contractor licensing standards and professional liability obligations.

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to protect your personal information and project-related data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access. These measures include encryption, secure cloud storage, access controls, employee training, and regular security assessments.

Under the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA), we are required to notify affected Florida residents in the event of a data breach involving unencrypted personal information. [[23]]

Important: No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and any sensitive project information you share through unsecured channels.

7.1 General Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, update, or delete your personal information;
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities;
• Request portability of your information in a structured, machine-readable format;
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
• Opt out of marketing communications (via unsubscribe links or by contacting us).

7.2 Florida Consumer Rights

As a Florida-based company serving Florida clients, we comply with applicable state privacy and consumer protection laws:

• Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA): You have the right to be notified in the event of a data breach involving your unencrypted personal information.
• Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA): You have the right to truthful, non-misleading representations regarding our services and data practices.
• Public Records Notice: Under Florida law, email addresses sent to government entities are public records. While we are a private company, we encourage you to avoid sending sensitive information via unencrypted email. [[20]]

7.3 Do Not Track Signals

Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals, as there is no uniform technical standard. However, you can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate, personalize, and improve our Site and services. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences, login status, and inquiry history;
• Analyze Site traffic, user behavior, and service interest;
• Deliver relevant professional content and measure engagement;
• Enhance security, prevent fraud, and support Site functionality.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may limit functionality of the Site, such as contact form submission or resource access. For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications (e.g., permitting portals, GIS mapping tools, industry associations, material suppliers). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. We are not responsible for the content, security, or practices of third-party services.

Our Site and professional services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a minor without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

Our services are primarily directed to clients within the United States. If you access our Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers and operations are located. The data protection laws in the U.S. may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By using our Site or engaging our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and to the processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, technology, or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will indicate when revisions were made. We encourage you to review this policy regularly. Continued use of our Site or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If we make material changes that affect your rights, we will provide prominent notice via email (if we have your email address) or via a notice on our Site prior to the changes becoming effective.

If you believe we have not complied with applicable privacy laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services or your local data protection authority.