Privacy Policy — Bladecutters Inc.

Bladecutters Inc. (“Bladecutters,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit www.bladecutters.com (the “Site”), how we use it, who we share it with, and the rights you have over your information. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use the Site.

1. Who We Are

Bladecutters Inc. is a family-owned demolition, landscaping, hardscaping, and snow removal contractor serving the greater Dayton, Ohio area since 1987.

Address: 5440 N. Dixie Dr., Dayton, OH 45414
Phone: (937) 274-3861
Email: info@bladecutters.com

For privacy questions, contact us at info@bladecutters.com or by mail at the address above.

2. Information We Collect

We try to collect as little personal information as possible. The categories below cover everything we may receive when you visit or interact with the Site.

Information you give us directly. When you fill out our contact or quote request form, call us, or email us, you may share your name, phone number, email address, property address, project details, and anything else you choose to include in your message.

Information collected automatically. When you visit the Site, our hosting provider and analytics tools may automatically log technical information such as your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, referring website, pages visited, time spent on pages, and the date and time of your visit. This information is collected through standard server logs and cookies or similar technologies.

Information from third-party tools. We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics, Meta (Facebook) Pixel, and similar advertising or analytics platforms. These tools may set cookies or use similar tracking technologies to collect information about your activity on our Site and across other sites you visit, so that we can measure marketing performance and show relevant ads.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to quote requests, questions, and service inquiries
Schedule estimates, walk sites, and complete contracted work
Send you proposals, invoices, and project updates
Operate, maintain, and improve the Site
Measure how visitors use the Site and improve content and services
Run, measure, and optimize advertising campaigns, including on Meta (Facebook and Instagram) and Google
Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights, property, and safety

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with similar privacy laws, we process your personal information under the following legal bases:

Consent. When you opt in to cookies or marketing communications.
Contract. When processing is necessary to respond to your quote request or perform services you have requested.
Legitimate interests. When we use information to operate our business, secure the Site, prevent fraud, and improve our services, provided your rights and interests do not override ours.
Legal obligation. When required by law, regulation, or valid legal process.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at info@bladecutters.com.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to function properly, remember preferences, measure traffic, and support advertising.

Strictly necessary cookies keep the Site working.
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site (for example, Google Analytics).
Advertising cookies allow us and our partners, including Meta (Facebook) Pixel, to show relevant ads on other platforms based on your visit.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you block, delete, or be notified about cookies. Blocking some cookies may affect how the Site functions. You can also opt out of personalized advertising through tools like the Network Advertising Initiative, the Digital Advertising Alliance, and the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance.

6. How We Share Information

We share information only as needed and never sell it. Categories of recipients include:

Service providers that host the Site, send email, manage analytics, or process advertising on our behalf.
Advertising partners such as Meta and Google, in connection with measuring and serving ads.
Professional advisors such as accountants, insurers, and attorneys when reasonably necessary.
Authorities or other parties when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our customers or the public.
A successor entity in the event of a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of business assets.

7. International Data Transfers

Bladecutters operates from the United States. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the U.S. or other countries where our service providers operate. We take reasonable steps to make sure transfers comply with applicable law, including using Standard Contractual Clauses where required.

8. Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Quote and project records are typically retained for the life of the project plus a reasonable period afterward for business, tax, and legal purposes. Analytics and advertising data follow the retention periods set by the relevant third-party platforms.

9. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:

Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information
Object to or restrict certain processing
Request a portable copy of your information
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (for EEA/UK residents)
Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell)

To exercise any of these rights, email info@bladecutters.com. We will respond within the time frame required by applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), including the right to know, delete, correct, and limit the use of sensitive personal information. We do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising as those terms are defined under California law, except through standard advertising cookies as described above, which you may opt out of using the controls listed in Section 5.

10. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect. No method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. If we become aware of a breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and any required authorities as the law requires.

11. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party websites, including our profiles on Facebook, Instagram, Yelp, LinkedIn, and Google. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Material changes will be posted prominently on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

Questions, requests, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or your personal information:

Bladecutters Inc.

5440 N. Dixie Dr.

Dayton, OH 45414

Phone: (937) 274-3861

Email: info@bladecutters.com