Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the website devalkdesign.com (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the Website.
About de Valk Design Inc.
de Valk Design Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is a professional naval architecture firm based in Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada. We provide custom aluminum vessel design services, engineering, and technical support to boat builders and manufacturers.
Use of Website
You may use the Website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:
- Use the Website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
- Transmit viruses, malware, or other malicious code
- Scrape, copy, or download content for commercial purposes without permission
- Impersonate de Valk Design Inc. or misrepresent your affiliation with us
- Interfere with or disrupt the Website's operation
Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, boat designs, technical drawings, and software, is the property of de Valk Design Inc. or its licensors and is protected by Canadian and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Designs and Technical Work: All vessel designs, engineering drawings, CNC cut files, and technical documentation created by de Valk Design Inc. remain our intellectual property unless explicitly transferred through a written agreement. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of our designs is prohibited.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or exploit any content from the Website without our prior written consent.
No Professional Services Agreement
Use of this Website does not create a professional services agreement, client relationship, or contract between you and de Valk Design Inc. Professional services are provided only through separate written agreements.
Information on the Website is for general informational purposes and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Do not rely on Website content for specific design, engineering, or regulatory decisions without consulting with us directly.
Project Inquiries and Quotes
Contact form submissions and project inquiries do not constitute a binding agreement. We will respond to inquiries as promptly as possible, but response times are not guaranteed. Formal quotes and proposals are provided separately and are subject to acceptance terms specified in those documents.
Accuracy of Information
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on the Website, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Website or its content.
Technical specifications, project details, and portfolio information are approximate and for illustrative purposes. Final project specifications are determined through formal agreements.
External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites (such as regulatory bodies, industry organizations, and partner sites). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of external sites. Access to third-party websites is at your own risk.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, de Valk Design Inc. and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use or inability to use the Website
- Any errors or omissions in Website content
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
- Statements or conduct of third parties on the Website
- Any other matter relating to the Website
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Professional Liability
Our professional liability for engineering services is governed by separate professional services agreements. Nothing on this Website should be construed as an engineering opinion, certification, or professional advice unless provided in a signed formal document.
de Valk Design Inc. maintains professional liability insurance as required by Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless de Valk Design Inc. and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Your violation of applicable laws or regulations
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia, Canada.
Dispute Resolution
We prefer to resolve disputes amicably. If you have a concern, please contact us at info@devalkdesign.com to attempt resolution before pursuing legal action.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the Terms were last revised.
Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
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.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and de Valk Design Inc. regarding use of the Website and supersede any prior agreements.
Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under them without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
de Valk Design Inc.
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada
Email: info@devalkdesign.com
Phone: (778) 677-2733
Professional Registration
Amanda de Valk, P.L.Eng., is a registered Professional Licensee Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC), License #[License Number].