Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Kimmel Elite Construction ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Contact Form Information: When you submit our contact form, we collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Project address (optional)
• City
• Project type
• Budget range (optional)
• Project details (free-text description)

Purpose: This information is used to respond to your inquiry with an estimate and schedule a site visit.

2. Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies: We use only essential cookies required for basic site functionality, including session management and security.

Analytics Cookies (Optional): If Google Analytics is enabled, we collect anonymous usage statistics with IP anonymization and no advertising features to understand how visitors use our site.

reCAPTCHA: Our contact forms may use Google reCAPTCHA to protect against spam, which is subject to Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your construction project inquiries
• Provide quotes and estimates
• Schedule site visits and consultations
• Provide project updates and service-related communications
• Improve our website and services

Marketing Communications: We do not send marketing emails or newsletters unless you explicitly opt in. All marketing emails include a one-click unsubscribe link.

4. Data Storage and Retention

Website Database: Form submissions are stored securely for up to 12 months, then automatically purged.

Email Communications: Contact information is retained in our company email system for up to 24 months, then archived or deleted.

Google Analytics: When enabled, analytics data is retained for 14 months per Google's settings.

Legal Requirements: We may retain information longer if required for legal, contract, or regulatory compliance purposes.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics 4: Anonymous website usage statistics (if enabled)
• Google reCAPTCHA: Spam protection for contact forms
• Email Services: Form submissions are delivered to our company email inbox (Gmail/Workspace or hosting provider)

These services have their own privacy policies and terms of service.

6. Your Rights Under California Law (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know: Request information about personal data we collect, use, and disclose
• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: We do not sell or share personal information for advertising purposes

To exercise these rights, contact us at KimmelElitecontruction@gmail.com or (760) 886-5734. We will respond within the statutory timeframes.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Do Not Sell or Share Statement

Kimmel Elite Construction does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Modified" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Kimmel Elite Construction
California General B Contractor License #1138710
Email: KimmelElitecontruction@gmail.com
Phone: (760) 886-5734
Service Area: Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Greater San Diego County, California