Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website at qoterie.com (the “Site”), operated by Q O Terry LLC, doing business as Qoterie (“Qoterie,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Description of Services

Qoterie provides steel frame construction services, custom home building, renovation, and related construction services in Hawaii. The Site offers information about our services, project portfolio, and a means to contact us for consultations and estimates. Content on the Site is for general informational purposes and does not constitute a binding offer or contract for services.

3. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Site in any way that violates applicable law
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its systems
• Transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Use the Site to collect personal information of others without consent
• Reproduce, distribute, or modify Site content without prior written permission

4. Construction Services

All construction services provided by Qoterie are governed by separate written contracts executed between Qoterie and the client. These Terms apply to your use of the Site only and do not modify or supersede any construction contract, proposal, or agreement. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and a signed construction contract, the construction contract shall prevail.

5. Estimates and Consultations

Any estimates, quotes, or project timelines provided through the Site or during initial consultations are preliminary and non-binding. Final pricing, scope, and timelines are determined only through a signed construction agreement. Project costs may vary based on site conditions, material availability, permitting requirements, and other factors specific to Hawaii construction.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site — including text, images, photographs, graphics, logos, designs, and project renderings — is the property of Q O Terry LLC or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, display, or create derivative works from any Site content without our prior written consent.

7. Project Images and Portfolio

Project images and descriptions displayed on the Site represent completed or in-progress work. Results may vary based on individual project specifications, site conditions, and client requirements. Qoterie reserves the right to photograph and showcase completed projects for marketing purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing.

8. Licensing and Compliance

Qoterie is a licensed general contractor operating under the laws and regulations of the State of Hawaii. All construction work is performed in compliance with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and permitting requirements. Project-specific certifications, jurisdictional requirements, and eligibility determinations are confirmed during planning and preconstruction.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Qoterie shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, including but not limited to errors or omissions in content, loss of data, or interruption of service. Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, to access the Site.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Q O Terry LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Hawaii, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of Maui County, Hawaii.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: