Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

Before accessing any part of the DiGeronimo Companies websites, please carefully read the following Terms and Conditions. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of this site and any links associated with it. Your usage of the site is predicated upon your agreement to abide by these Terms and Conditions. The DiGeronimo Companies reserve the right to revise these Terms and Conditions at any time, and it is your responsibility to review this page from time to time to ensure compliance and review any revisions to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these Terms and Conditions, please do not access this website.

Intellectual Property

The information on this Website is owned by the DiGeronimo Companies or its subsidiaries or used under license from the copyright owner. The DiGeronimo Companies’ trademarks, logos, images, and service marks used on this site are also owned by the DiGeronimo Companies and may be used only with the DiGeronimo Companies’ express written permission and with proper acknowledgement. This information is protected by state and federal law, and, without the DiGeronimo Companies’ prior written consent, may not be copied, reproduced, transmitted, displayed, performed, distributed, rented, sub-licensed, altered, stored for subsequent use or otherwise used in whole or in part in any manner, except to the extent that the United States or Ohio copyright laws authorizes such use.

Confidential Information

The DiGeronimo Companies collect information from users at several different points on our Website and are the sole owner of this information. The DiGeronimo Companies will not knowingly share information provided by you with anyone other than its subsidiaries and affiliates except as required or permitted by applicable law. However, you should be aware that, although we do not sell, share or rent this information to others, and it is our intent to hold private the information you transmit through the Internet, the DiGeronimo Companies cannot promise or ensure that such information will remain confidential or secure.

Privacy Policy

Independence Excavating, Inc. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, when we may share it, and the choices available to you.

Information We Collect

We automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring website
  • General geographic location derived from your IP address

We may also collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Company name
  • Job title
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Business address
  • Plans, specifications, photographs, project information, or other files you submit
  • Any other information you choose to provide when contacting us

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Improve our website and services
  • Maintain website security
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Communicate regarding projects and services

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use our site. Access our Cookie Policy.

If we use analytics services such as Google Analytics, those services may collect information regarding your use of the website to help us improve its performance.

You may configure your browser to refuse cookies, although some portions of the website may not function properly.

How We Share Information

We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our business, including providers of:

  • Website hosting
  • Information technology services
  • Analytics services
  • Cloud storage

We may also disclose information:

  • when required by law;
  • to protect our legal rights;
  • in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets.

We require service providers to use personal information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.

Information or materials submitted via the "Contact Us" form on our website are used solely for initial inquiries or communication regarding projects and services; we do not use this information for unrelated purposes. Consider alternative methods of submission if you do not want to submit information through the “Contact Us” form for confidentiality reasons.

Data Security

We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmitting information over the Internet or storing electronic information is completely secure.

 Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Your Privacy Rights

Residents of certain states may have rights under applicable privacy laws regarding access to, correction of, deletion of, or limitation on the use of their personal information.

If you wish to exercise any rights available under applicable law, please contact us using the information below. We may request information necessary to verify your identity before responding.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

Children's Privacy

Our website is intended for business use and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Limitation of Liability

The Company, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your access to or use of this website.

In no event shall the Company’s total liability to you for all claims arising from your use of this website exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please use the “Contact Us” form on the website.

Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Independence Excavating, Inc. ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and provide information about how visitors use a website.

In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons or pixels. For simplicity, this policy refers to all of these technologies as "cookies."

Types of Cookies We Use

Depending on how you interact with our website, we may use the following types of cookies:

Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, security, and form submissions. Because these cookies are essential, they cannot be disabled through the website.

Analytics Cookies

We may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited, how long visitors remain on the site, and how users navigate between pages. This information helps us improve the performance of our website.

If we use Google Analytics or a similar service, information collected through these cookies is generally aggregated and does not directly identify individual visitors.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies help remember certain preferences or settings to improve your browsing experience. These cookies may not be necessary for the operation of the website but can enhance functionality.

 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers that assist us with website hosting, analytics, security, or other website-related services. These parties are responsible for their own privacy practices and we encourage you to review their policies.

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You may choose to block or delete cookies at any time.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of portions of our website.

For information about managing cookies in your browser, visit your browser's support documentation.

Limitation of Liability

The Company, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your access to or use of this website.

In no event shall the Company’s total liability to you for all claims arising from your use of this website exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us using the contact information provided in our Privacy Policy. 

No Representations and Warranties

While the DiGeronimo Companies have attempted to publish only accurate, reliable, complete and up-to-date information on this website, the DiGeronimo Companies assume no responsibility for, and make no representations with respect to, the accuracy or completeness of any information displayed or distributed through the site. All materials and information are provided "AS IS" WITHOUT ANY IMPLIED OR EXPRESS WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RELATING TO SUCH MATERIAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIGERONIMO COMPANIES OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST PROFITS OR REVENUES, COSTS OF REPLACEMENT OF GOODS, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO DATA, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS WEBSITE, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF THE DIGERONIMO COMPANIES AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Linked Third Party Sites

This Website contains links to certain third party sites that are not controlled by, affiliated or associated with the DiGeronimo Companies. If you choose to visit these third party sites, be aware that the third party sites, not the DiGeronimo Companies, govern such sites’ privacy practices and terms of use. The DiGeronimo Companies are not responsible for the content nor do the DiGeronimo Companies make any representations regarding the content or accuracy of the content available on such sites and that the use of any information on such third party sites shall be at the risk of the user. Links are provided for your convenience, and inclusion of such links does not imply the DiGeronimo Companies’ endorsement, adoption or approval of the content available through such links.

Governing Law

The laws of the State of Ohio, without reference to any choice of law provisions, shall govern any claims relating to the Website or to the materials on it. Any cause of action that may arise due to the use or lack thereof shall be commenced and heard in the appropriate court in the State of Ohio, County of Cuyahoga.