Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Who We Are

ACUITY BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION INC ("we," "our," or "us") is a general contractor providing professional construction services in Phoenix, Arizona and surrounding areas. Our legal name is ACUITY BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION INC, and our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 46-2797403.

Our Commitment to Privacy

We are committed to protecting your privacy and the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us. We comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out a contact form or request a quote
• Call us or send us an email
• Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
• Engage our construction services

This personal information may include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Property Information: Property address, property details relevant to construction projects
• Project Details: Type of project, project description, timeline preferences, budget information
• Communication Records: Correspondence with our team, notes from conversations

Usage Data

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Date and time of visits

Cookie Data

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Respond to Inquiries

We use your contact information to respond to your questions, comments, and requests for information about our services.

To Provide Estimates and Quotes

We use your project details and property information to prepare accurate estimates and quotes for construction services.

To Communicate About Projects

We use your contact information to communicate with you about ongoing projects, schedule appointments, and provide project updates.

To Improve Our Services

We analyze usage data to understand how visitors interact with our website and improve our online presence and service offerings.

For Legal Compliance

We may use your information to:

• Comply with legal obligations and valid legal requests
• Enforce our contracts and agreements
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Respond to emergency situations

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal information based on:

• Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes
• Contract: When processing is necessary to perform a contract or take pre-contractual steps
• Legitimate Interests: When we have a legitimate business interest that does not override your rights
• Legal Obligation: When required by law

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do NOT Sell Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including:

• Form processing services (FormSubmit)
• Map services (Google Maps)
• Email communication services
• Analytics providers (with your consent)

These service providers are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or other legal processes, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Respond to an emergency
• Cooperate with law enforcement

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership.

5. Third-Party Services

FormSubmit

Our contact forms are processed through FormSubmit, a third-party form handling service. When you submit a form, your information is transmitted through FormSubmit's servers to our email. FormSubmit's privacy practices are governed by their own privacy policy.

Google Maps

We use Google Maps to display our location. Google may collect information about your use of the map feature. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

Analytics

With your consent, we may use analytics services to understand how visitors interact with our website. These services may collect anonymous usage data and use cookies to track user behavior. You can opt out of analytics tracking through our cookie preferences.

6. Data Security

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure transmission using HTTPS encryption
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection practices

No Guarantee of Absolute Security

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Data Retention

How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Active Projects: Duration of the project plus 7 years for warranty and legal purposes
• Quote Requests: 1 year from the last interaction unless you become a client
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
• Usage Data: 2 years

Deletion Policies

When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access Your Data

You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Correct Your Data

You have the right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.

Delete Your Data

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as ongoing legal obligations or active contracts).

Opt-Out of Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in emails or contacting us directly.

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected and sold
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

GDPR Rights (EEA Residents)

Residents of the European Economic Area have additional rights under GDPR, including:

• Right to data portability
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

We will respond to your request within 45 days. Identity verification may be required.

9. Cookies and Tracking

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website. These are set only with your consent.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements. These are set only with your consent.

How to Manage Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Using our cookie preferences tool (accessible from the banner or footer)
• Adjusting your browser settings to reject cookies
• Using browser extensions to block tracking

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Cookie Policy

For more detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

• We will post the updated policy on this page
• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

For privacy-specific inquiries, please include "Privacy Request" in the subject line of your email or letter.