Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how J&T Builders ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit https://www.jtbuildersct.com (the "Site") or contact us about our construction services.
1. Information We Collect
Information you give us, such as when you request an estimate, fill out a contact form, apply for a job, or call or email us:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Project address and details about your property or project
- Photos, plans, or documents you upload
- Budget, timeline, and other project preferences
- Job application details (résumé, work history), if you apply to work with us
Information collected automatically when you use the Site:
- IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages you visit, time spent, and the site that referred you
- Approximate location based on your IP address
- Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 5)
2. How We Use Your Information
- Respond to your questions and estimate requests
- Schedule site visits, prepare proposals, and manage projects
- Send project updates, invoices, and service-related messages
- Obtain permits and coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and inspectors as needed for your project
- Send marketing emails or texts, only if you opt in (you can unsubscribe at any time)
- Improve the Site and understand how visitors use it
- Review job applications
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with:
- Subcontractors, suppliers, and design partners who need it to work on your project
- Service providers that help us run our business, such as website hosting, email, scheduling and CRM software, analytics, and payment processing
- Government agencies when required for permits, inspections, or by law
- Financing partners, only if you choose to apply for financing through them
- A buyer or successor if our business is sold or merged
4. Text Messages
If you agree to receive text messages from us, message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt out or HELP for help. We do not share your mobile number or text-message consent with third parties for their marketing.
5. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar tools to keep the Site working, remember your preferences, and measure traffic. We may use services such as Google Analytics to understand Site usage. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings; some features may not work without them.
6. How Long We Keep Information
We keep project records for as long as needed to complete your project, honor warranties, and meet legal, tax, and licensing requirements, typically 7 years after a project ends. Inquiry information for projects that don't move forward is kept for up to 2 years.
7. How We Protect Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. No website or system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Choices and Rights
You may:
- Ask to see, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you
- Opt out of marketing emails by clicking "unsubscribe," or of texts by replying STOP
- Disable cookies in your browser
Depending on where you live, state privacy laws may give you additional rights, such as the right to know what we collect, request deletion, or opt out of targeted advertising. To make a request, contact us using the details below. We will respond within the time required by law and will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
9. Children's Privacy
The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 where state law sets a higher age), and we do not knowingly collect their personal information. If you believe a child has given us information, contact us and we will delete it.
10. Third-Party Links
The Site may link to other websites, such as review platforms, social media, or financing partners. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing information with them.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on this page with a new Effective Date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or want to make a privacy request, contact:
J&T Builders
17 Farnam Hill, Bethel, CT 06801
Phone: (203) 300-6384
Email: contact@j-tbuilders.com