Privacy Policy
Sals Estimating (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our services.
1. Introduction
Sals Estimating is a professional construction cost estimation company based in New York and serving clients nationwide, including California. We understand the importance of safeguarding personal and project-related data and are committed to transparency and responsible data handling practices.
2. Types of Information Collected
We collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Full name, email address, phone number (including numbers provided for SMS communication), mailing address, job title, and company name.
Project Information: Construction drawings, blueprints, material specifications, scope of work, and other related files.
Payment Information: Billing address, payment method details (processed through secure third-party providers like Stripe and PayPal).
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, referral sources, access times, and visited pages (via cookies and analytics tools).
Communication Records: Emails, messages, project instructions, and call notes exchanged during the engagement.
SMS Opt-In: When you provide your phone number for SMS purposes, it is used solely to communicate regarding estimates, project updates, and service-related notifications. SMS opt-in data is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.
3. Method of Information Collection
Information is collected through the following methods:
Contact forms and service requests submitted via our website
Direct communication via phone, email, SMS, or messaging apps
File uploads (drawings, specifications, etc.)
Payment processing through third-party gateways
Website cookies and analytics tracking
4. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and use your information to:
Deliver accurate construction cost estimation services
Communicate effectively regarding projects, questions, and support
Send SMS updates when you opt in
Process payments and generate invoices
Improve our website, services, and customer experience
Ensure legal and regulatory compliance
Protect against fraud or unauthorized activity
5. Data Security Measures
We use robust administrative and technical safeguards to protect your data, including:
SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
Restricted access to sensitive information
Regular software updates and backups
Secure storage on both local and cloud-based platforms (Dropbox, Google Drive)
While we follow industry best practices, no method of data storage or transmission is 100% secure.
6. Data Sharing
Your data is never sold. We may share your data only when necessary:
With trusted third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Dropbox, Google Drive) to facilitate payments, storage, and service delivery
To comply with legal obligations, such as subpoenas or court orders
With your consent or upon your request
SMS and Phone Data: Phone numbers collected for SMS communications are never shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.
7. User Rights
You have the right to:
Access, review, and correct your personal data
Request deletion of your data, where applicable
Object to or restrict the processing of your data
Withdraw consent for data use at any time
Opt out of non-essential cookies and marketing emails
If you are a resident of California, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this policy or your personal data, please reach out to us:
Sals Estimating
Email: info@salsetimating.com
Phone: (518) 738-2122
Address: 209 Tamar Dr, Niskayuna, NY 12309
Website: https://salsestimating.com/