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Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of the Chicago Roof & Repair Alliance website, lead generation tools, and contractor matching services. Please read them carefully. By using this site you agree to be bound by these terms.

Last Updated
January 14, 2026
Governing Law
State of Illinois
Venue
Cook County, IL
§ 01 Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website ("Site") and any associated services, forms, or lead-generation tools ("Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree, do not use the Site or Services.

Your continued use of the Site following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes. We recommend bookmarking this page and checking it periodically.

§ 02 No Contractor Services Provided

This Site is a marketing and lead-generation platform only. Chicago Roof & Repair Alliance is not a roofing contractor, construction company, or home services provider of any kind. Specifically, we do not:

  • Provide roofing, repair, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or any other contractor services
  • Employ, supervise, or endorse any contractor
  • Guarantee the qualifications, licensing, insurance, pricing, availability, or performance of any contractor
  • Inspect, approve, or warranty any work performed by any contractor
  • Act as a general contractor, subcontractor, or agent on your behalf
Important Any contractor relationships formed through this Site are solely between you and the contractor. We are not a party to any agreement, contract, or dispute between you and a contractor.
§ 03 Leads & Third-Party Contractors

The Site may connect users with independent third-party contractors ("Contractors"). By submitting a request through this Site, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • Contractors are independent businesses not under our control, supervision, or direction
  • We may receive compensation when Contractors purchase, receive, or are matched to leads
  • We make no warranties or guarantees regarding any Contractor or the outcome of any work performed
  • You are solely responsible for independently verifying the licensing, insurance, permits, references, and pricing of any Contractor before engaging them
  • We do not guarantee that any Contractor will contact you, be available, or complete any work
Verification Reminder While we conduct our own verification process for contractors in our network, our verification is not a guarantee of quality, licensing currency, or insurance validity at the time of your project. Always verify contractor credentials independently before any work begins. Our free verification guide is available at chicagoroofandrepair.com/how-to-verify-roofers.
§ 04 No Estimates or Quotes Guaranteed

Any "instant quote," "instant estimate," cost calculator output, or similar tool on this Site is informational only and does not constitute a binding quote, offer, or commitment from us or from any Contractor.

  • All cost estimates are based on general market data and may not reflect your specific project, home, or location
  • Final pricing is determined exclusively by the Contractor following their own assessment
  • Estimates presented on this Site should be used for general planning purposes only
  • We are not responsible for any discrepancy between an estimated range and actual contractor pricing
§ 05 User Responsibilities

By using this Site and its Services, you agree to use them only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Provide false, misleading, or incomplete information in any form or request
  • Use the Services for unlawful purposes or to facilitate any fraudulent activity
  • Use the Services for competitive intelligence, market research, or to benefit a competing business
  • Copy, scrape, reproduce, or systematically extract content or data from this Site
  • Interfere with or attempt to disrupt the functionality, security, or integrity of the Site
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the Site or its related systems
  • Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers to interact with the Site without prior written consent

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate access, or remove any submission we determine to be in violation of these Terms, in our sole discretion and without notice.

§ 06 Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, logos, images, videos, tool outputs, suburb guides, service descriptions, designs, and other materials published on this Site are the exclusive property of Chicago Roof & Repair Alliance and are protected by U.S. and Illinois intellectual property laws, including copyright and trademark law.

  • You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, or commercially exploit any Site content without prior written consent
  • Limited personal, non-commercial use is permitted provided content is not modified and attribution is maintained
  • Our name, logo, and brand identifiers may not be used without express written permission
  • Tool outputs, cost estimates, and suburb guides are proprietary content — any redistribution or commercial use is prohibited

Requests for content licensing or reproduction should be directed to us in writing.

§ 07 Disclaimers

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

  • The Site and Services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without any warranty of any kind
  • We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted service, data accuracy, or error-free functionality
  • We do not warrant that the Site is free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components
  • Information on this Site may be out of date, incomplete, or inaccurate and should not be relied upon as professional advice
Not Professional Advice Nothing on this Site constitutes legal, financial, insurance, construction, or professional advice of any kind. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions about your property.
§ 08 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Illinois law and applicable federal law:

  • We are not liable for any damages — direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, special, or exemplary — arising out of your use of the Site, your reliance on any content, or the actions of any Contractor
  • We are not liable for any loss of data, revenue, profits, goodwill, or other intangible losses
  • We are not liable for damages arising from contractor workmanship, materials, delays, or disputes
  • Our total cumulative liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the Site or Services shall not exceed $100, even if the limited remedy fails of its essential purpose
Read Carefully Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation of liability for certain types of damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
§ 09 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Chicago Roof & Repair Alliance, its owners, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

  • Your use of the Site or Services
  • Your submission of any request, form, or information through the Site
  • Your interactions, agreements, or disputes with any Contractor
  • Your violation of these Terms or any applicable law or regulation
  • Any misrepresentation made by you in connection with your use of the Site

This indemnification obligation survives the termination of your use of the Site and these Terms. It is intentionally broad to provide maximum protection to the Site and its operators.

§ 10 Illinois-Specific Notices

This Site is operated from Illinois and is specifically designed to serve Illinois homeowners and Illinois-licensed contractors. The following Illinois-specific provisions apply:

  • Illinois residents may have additional consumer-protection rights under the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act; nothing in these Terms waives any non-waivable statutory protections
  • We do not currently collect biometric data as defined under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA); if this practice were ever to change, we would provide full notice and obtain required consent in compliance with BIPA
  • References to contractor licensing on this Site refer to licensure under the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); homeowners are encouraged to independently verify licence status at the IDFPR public lookup tool
  • Our tools and guides reference Illinois-specific permit requirements, building codes, and insurance standards; these are provided for informational purposes only and are not legal or regulatory advice
Illinois Contractor Licensing Illinois requires roofing contractors to hold an active Unlimited Roofing Contractor licence issued by IDFPR. Homeowners can verify any contractor's licence status independently and for free at online-dfpr.micropact.com.
§ 11 Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

  • Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Cook County, Illinois
  • You irrevocably consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in Cook County, Illinois for any such dispute
  • You waive any objection to the laying of venue in Cook County and any claim that any such action has been brought in an inconvenient forum
§ 12 Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time and at our sole discretion. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

  • Your continued use of the Site after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms
  • If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must stop using the Site immediately
  • We recommend reviewing this page periodically to stay informed of any updates

We will not provide individual notice of changes to these Terms unless required by law to do so.

General Disclaimer
No Professional Advice. No Guarantees. No Warranties.

The following disclaimer applies to all content, tools, guides, and services provided on this Site and should be read in conjunction with the full Terms of Service above.

Not a Contractor
The Site is not a contractor, construction company, or home services provider. We are not responsible for work performed by any third party connected through this Site.
Estimates Are Informational
All estimates, cost ranges, and calculator outputs are informational only and do not constitute a binding quote from us or any Contractor. Final pricing is determined by the Contractor.
Verify Everything
You are solely responsible for verifying the licensing, insurance, qualifications, warranties, and work quality of any Contractor before engaging them or signing any agreement.
No Accuracy Warranty
We make no representation regarding the accuracy of information provided by Contractors, homeowners, or other users of this Site. Verify all material facts independently.
Not Professional Advice
Nothing on this Site constitutes legal, financial, insurance, construction, or professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions about your property.
Illinois Law Applies
These Terms and all disputes arising from your use of this Site are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, with venue in Cook County.