Terms and Conditions
Effective Date:Â 14/04/25
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the services provided by Construction Estimate (“we”, “us”, or “our”) via www.constructionestimate.com.au (“Website”). By accessing or using our services, you (“Client”, “User”, or “you”) agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Services Provided
Construction Estimate offers quoting and estimating services tailored to construction projects. These services are based on information sourced from a variety of platforms, including but not limited to EstimateOne. We provide pre-quoted and pre-quantified tender documents to our subscribed users for internal business use.
Limitation of Liability and Accuracy Disclaimer
Construction Estimate provides project estimating and quantity breakdown services using reasonable care, industry-standard practices, and available project documentation. However, by the nature of construction estimating, all quantities, measurements, specifications, and pricing are estimates only and subject to interpretation, variation, or human error.
By using our services, you expressly acknowledge and accept that:
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All quantities, measurements, and cost estimates are indicative only and must be independently reviewed by the client prior to submission or use in any tender, quotation, or contract;
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Construction Estimate does not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or fitness for purpose of any estimate, and makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the information provided;
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Construction Estimate disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or financial loss, including lost profits, contract rejections, or business disruption arising from reliance on any estimate, error, or omission in documentation;
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The client is solely responsible for the use of the provided information in their own business decisions, tender submissions, or contractual dealings.
All users of our services agree to this limitation of liability as a condition of access, and release Construction Estimate and its representatives from all claims or demands arising from the use of our quoting and estimating content.
2. Use of Tender Information
We confirm that we have received approval from EstimateOne to access and utilize tender information made available on their platform, only for the preparation of estimates and quotes for our clients, under the following condition:
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Mandatory Membership: All clients who receive quoting services based on E1-sourced information must hold a valid and active paid membership with E1.
By using our services, you expressly agree that:
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You are, and will remain throughout the engagement, a paid member of E1.
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You are solely responsible for maintaining compliance with E1s platform terms.
Construction Estimate is not responsible for any violations or breaches resulting from your failure to maintain active membership.
We do not publicly share, resell, or distribute any data from E1. All content is used solely for individualized quoting purposes for our subscribed users. If E1 revokes or modifies its permission, we reserve the right to immediately cease services without liability.
3. Intellectual Property and Process Protection
All content, documentation, systems, workflows, templates, and methodologies used or delivered by Construction Estimate are the exclusive intellectual property of Construction Estimate.
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No Copying or Replication: Any attempt to replicate, reverse-engineer, or copy our processes, systems, or quoting methods — including via the use of delivered quotes or estimates — is strictly prohibited.
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Non-Compete Clause: By signing up for our services, accessing our content, or engaging with our quoting system, you agree not to compete directly or indirectly with Construction Estimate for a period of ten (10) years, including by:
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Creating or offering similar quoting platforms, products, or services;
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Using our processes to develop or assist a competing platform;
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Advising or supporting any business that replicates our model.
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Violation of this clause will result in legal action, including a claim for damages, injunctive relief, and recovery of legal costs.
4. Fair Use and Client Obligations
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You may only use our services for internal estimating purposes in connection with your business operations.
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You may not resell, republish, share, or distribute any part of the data, documentation, or estimates generated.
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You must maintain confidentiality of all documentation provided to you.
5. Service Availability and Changes
Construction Estimate may modify, suspend, or discontinue services at any time due to platform changes, third-party permissions (e.g., E1), or internal business decisions.
6. Limitation of Liability
We provide estimates based on publicly available and sourced information. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness or suitability of estimates for your specific project outcomes. We are not liable for:
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Any business losses arising from estimate reliance;
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Third-party service interruptions;
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Client’s misuse or misinterpretation of the provided documents.
7. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms will be exclusively resolved in the courts of Victoria.
8. Contact Us
For any questions or disputes related to these Terms, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.constructionestimate.com.au
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Effective Date:Â 14/04/25
All purchases, subscriptions, and service engagements with Construction Estimate are subject to the following terms. By subscribing to our services, you acknowledge and accept these conditions in full.
1. Subscription Commitment
By signing up for a subscription to Construction Estimate, you agree to a minimum contract term of twenty-four (24) months from the commencement date (“Commitment Period”). Early termination of this agreement prior to the end of the Commitment Period will result in the full remaining balance becoming immediately payable unless otherwise agreed in writing.
2. 14-Day Money-Back Guarantee
We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee from the date of initial subscription activation.
To be eligible, you must:
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Submit a written request for cancellation via email to [email protected]Â within the first 14 calendar days;
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Include a clear and valid reason for dissatisfaction or cancellation;
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Have not received or accessed more than two (7) project quotes or documents during the guarantee period.
Refunds will be processed using the original payment method within 14 business days, subject to verification.
3. Monthly Subscription Billing
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Subscriptions are billed monthly in advance.
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You may request cancellation at any time, but it will take effect at the end of the 24-month Commitment Period.
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No refunds or credits will be issued for unused time, partial months, or early cancellations beyond the 14-day guarantee.
4. Cancellation Procedure
Cancellations will not be accepted verbally or via informal messages.
To cancel your subscription, you must:
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Submit a formal written cancellation request to [email protected]
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Include your full name, company name, subscription ID (if applicable), and a written explanation detailing the reason for cancellation;
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Acknowledge that cancellation is effective only at the end of the Commitment Period.
Construction Estimate reserves the right to reject any cancellation request that does not meet these criteria.
5. Project-Based Services
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Once a quote or estimate has been initiated or delivered, it is strictly non-refundable.
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If cancellation is requested before work begins, a partial refund may be considered at our sole discretion, less any administrative or consultation fees incurred.
