Terms of Service
Last Updated: January 3, 2026
Version: 1.0
Important: Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using the TRDB Cost Estimator. By accessing or using our service, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our service.
Table of Contents
- Acceptance of Terms
- Description of Service
- Eligibility and Age Requirements
- User Accounts
- Cost Estimates - Nature and Limitations
- Acceptable Use
- User-Generated Content
- Intellectual Property
- Privacy and Data Protection
- Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
- Indemnification
- Termination
- Changes to Terms
- Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
- Miscellaneous
- Contact Information
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and Temple Rock Design Build ("TRDB," "we," "us," or "our") governing your use of the TRDB Cost Estimator tool available at estimator.thetemplerock.com (the "Service").
By:
- Accessing or using the Service
- Creating an account
- Requesting a cost estimate
- Submitting any data to the Service
You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Service.
2. Description of Service
The TRDB Cost Estimator is a free online tool that provides estimated costs for commercial interior fit-out projects across the GCC region (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman) and Ireland.
2.1 Service Features
- Cost Calculation: Generate customized fit-out cost estimates based on project parameters
- PDF Generation: Download estimates in PDF format
- Email Delivery: Receive estimates via email
- WhatsApp Sharing: Share estimates via WhatsApp
- Account Management (Optional): Create an account to save and access multiple estimates
- Crowdsourced Contributions (Voluntary): Option to contribute actual project cost data
2.2 Service Availability
We strive to maintain continuous availability of the Service, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable due to:
- Scheduled maintenance
- Technical issues
- Third-party service outages
- Force majeure events
We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice, and without liability to you.
3. Eligibility and Age Requirements
3.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old to use this Service.
By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, you are prohibited from accessing or using the Service.
3.2 Legal Capacity
You represent and warrant that:
- You have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
- You are not prohibited by law from using the Service
- If using the Service on behalf of a company or organization, you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms
3.3 Geographic Restrictions
The Service is primarily intended for users in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Ireland. While accessible from other locations, estimates and features are optimized for these markets.
4. User Accounts
4.1 Account Creation (Optional)
Creating an account is optional. You can request a cost estimate without an account, but an account allows you to:
- Save multiple estimates
- Access estimates from any device
- Track project history
- Manage privacy preferences
4.2 Account Registration
When creating an account, you agree to:
- Provide Accurate Information: All registration information must be current, complete, and accurate
- Update Information: Promptly update your account information if it changes
- Maintain Security: Keep your password confidential and secure
- Notify of Unauthorized Use: Immediately inform us of any unauthorized access to your account
4.3 Account Responsibility
You are responsible for:
- All activities that occur under your account
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
- All content submitted through your account
We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account information.
4.4 One Account Per User
You may create only one account per email address. Creating multiple accounts to circumvent limitations or abuse the Service is prohibited.
5. Cost Estimates - Nature and Limitations
CRITICAL DISCLAIMER: Cost estimates provided by this Service are ESTIMATES ONLY and are NOT binding quotes, proposals, or offers to contract.
5.1 Estimate Methodology
Estimates are generated using:
- Proprietary algorithms based on market data
- Historical project costs
- Industry benchmarks
- User-contributed crowdsourced data (aggregated and anonymized)
- Geographic pricing adjustments
5.2 Accuracy and Variability
You acknowledge and agree that:
- Estimates are Approximate: Actual project costs may vary significantly (±20-40% or more)
- Many Variables Not Captured: Site conditions, material availability, contractor selection, timing, and numerous other factors affect actual costs
- Not a Substitute for Professional Quotation: Always obtain formal quotations from qualified contractors before making business decisions
- Market Fluctuations: Pricing can change due to material costs, labor rates, economic conditions, and currency fluctuations
5.3 No Reliance
You agree that you will NOT:
- Make financial commitments based solely on our estimates
- Sign contracts or leases relying exclusively on our estimates
- Claim damages if actual costs differ from estimates
- Use estimates as binding price guarantees
5.4 Formal Quotations
If you wish to proceed with a project:
- Contact TRDB for a formal, detailed quotation
- A TRDB representative will conduct a site visit and assessment
- A binding written quotation will be prepared based on actual project requirements
- Only a signed, written quotation from TRDB constitutes a binding offer
6. Acceptable Use
6.1 Permitted Use
You may use the Service solely for:
- Legitimate business purposes (estimating commercial fit-out costs)
- Personal, non-commercial use in good faith
- Preliminary budgeting and planning
6.2 Prohibited Activities
You agree NOT to:
- Misuse the Service:
- Submit false, inaccurate, or misleading information
- Abuse or overload the Service (e.g., automated requests, scraping)
- Circumvent security measures or access controls
- Reverse Engineer:
- Attempt to discover source code, algorithms, or methodologies
- Decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer the Service
- Create derivative works based on the Service
- Commercial Exploitation:
- Resell or redistribute estimates
- Use estimates for competitive intelligence gathering
- Incorporate our estimates into competing services
- Illegal Activities:
- Use the Service for fraud or illegal purposes
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Harmful Conduct:
- Transmit viruses, malware, or malicious code
- Interfere with other users' access to the Service
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
6.3 Consequences of Prohibited Use
Violation of these prohibitions may result in:
- Immediate termination of your access to the Service
- Deletion of your account and data
- Legal action to recover damages
- Reporting to law enforcement authorities
7. User-Generated Content
7.1 Crowdsourced Contributions
You may voluntarily contribute actual project cost data to improve estimate accuracy. By submitting such data, you:
- Grant TRDB a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, aggregate, and analyze the data
- Represent that you have the right to share this information
- Acknowledge the data will be anonymized and aggregated
- Understand you can request deletion at any time (see Privacy Policy)
7.2 Accuracy of Submitted Data
You represent and warrant that any data you submit:
- Is accurate and truthful to the best of your knowledge
- Does not infringe on third-party rights
- Complies with applicable laws
7.3 No Confidential Information
Do NOT submit confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information. We do not accept submissions under non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
7.4 Contractor Data
If submitting contractor names, you confirm:
- You have permission from the contractor to share their name
- The information is accurate
- You understand contractor names are for internal verification only and will not be published
8. Intellectual Property
8.1 TRDB Ownership
All intellectual property rights in the Service, including but not limited to:
- Software, code, and algorithms
- Design, layout, and user interface
- Trademarks, logos, and branding
- Pricing methodologies
- Content, text, and graphics
are owned by TRDB or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
8.2 Limited License to Use
Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for its intended purpose. This license does not include any right to:
- Modify or create derivative works
- Reproduce or distribute the Service
- Use our trademarks or branding
- Sublicense your access to others
8.3 Estimates and Reports
You may:
- Save and print estimates for your personal or business use
- Share estimates with colleagues, clients, or stakeholders
You may NOT:
- Remove TRDB branding or attribution from estimates
- Claim the estimates as your own work
- Sell or license estimates to third parties
8.4 Feedback and Suggestions
If you provide feedback, suggestions, or ideas about the Service:
- You grant TRDB a perpetual, royalty-free license to use them without compensation
- We are not obligated to implement your suggestions
- We have no obligation of confidentiality
9. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
By using the Service, you consent to:
- Collection of personal data as described in the Privacy Policy
- Processing of data for the purposes outlined in the Privacy Policy
- International transfer of data as described in the Privacy Policy
For details about your data protection rights under GDPR, UAE PDPL, Saudi PDPL, and other laws, please review the full Privacy Policy.
10. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
10.1 "As Is" Service
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Warranties of merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of estimates
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
10.2 Estimate Accuracy Disclaimer
WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES ABOUT THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF COST ESTIMATES. ESTIMATES ARE PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON AS THE SOLE BASIS FOR BUSINESS DECISIONS.
10.3 Third-Party Content
The Service may rely on data from third parties (e.g., crowdsourced contributions, market data). We are not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of such third-party content.
10.4 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- No Indirect Damages: TRDB SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION
- Cap on Direct Damages: OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) €100 OR (B) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO TRDB IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM (WHICH IS ZERO FOR FREE SERVICES)
10.5 Exceptions
The above limitations do not apply to:
- Liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence
- Liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
- Any liability that cannot be limited or excluded by applicable law
10.6 GCC-Specific Disclaimers
For users in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman:
- Estimates are provided in good faith but are subject to market conditions specific to each jurisdiction
- Currency fluctuations, import duties, local regulations, and other factors may significantly affect actual costs
- We recommend obtaining local professional advice before making financial commitments
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless TRDB, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:
- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Your submission of inaccurate or misleading information
- Your reliance on estimates without obtaining professional advice
12. Termination
12.1 Termination by You
You may stop using the Service at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it through the Privacy Dashboard or by contacting us at privacy@thetemplerock.com.
12.2 Termination by TRDB
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, for reasons including but not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
- Prolonged inactivity
- Business or legal reasons
12.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the Service immediately ceases
- Your account (if any) will be deactivated
- Your data will be handled according to our Privacy Policy (retention periods or deletion upon request)
- Sections that by nature should survive (disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification) will continue to apply
13. Changes to Terms
13.1 Right to Modify
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms
- Notify you via email (if you have an account) at least 30 days before changes take effect
- Display a prominent notice on the Service
13.2 Acceptance of Changes
Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree with the changes, you must stop using the Service and may delete your account.
13.3 Minor Changes
For non-material changes (e.g., clarifications, formatting, contact information updates), we may update these Terms without prior notice. Such changes take effect immediately upon posting.
14. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
14.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of:
- For users in Ireland: The laws of Ireland
- For users in the UAE: The laws of the United Arab Emirates
- For users in Saudi Arabia: The laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- For users in Qatar: The laws of the State of Qatar
- For users in Oman: The laws of the Sultanate of Oman
- For users elsewhere: The laws of Ireland
14.2 Dispute Resolution
Step 1: Informal Resolution
Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to contact us at legal@thetemplerock.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We commit to responding within 30 days.
Step 2: Mediation
If informal resolution fails, we encourage mediation through a mutually agreed-upon mediator before pursuing litigation.
Step 3: Jurisdiction
If mediation is unsuccessful, disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of:
- Ireland: Courts of Dublin, Ireland
- UAE: Courts of Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Saudi Arabia: Courts of Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Qatar: Courts of Doha, State of Qatar
- Oman: Courts of Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
14.3 Waiver of Class Actions
To the extent permitted by law, you agree to bring claims only in your individual capacity and not as part of any class, collective, or representative action.
15. Miscellaneous
15.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and TRDB regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
15.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original.
15.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of TRDB.
15.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at any time without notice (e.g., in connection with a merger or acquisition).
15.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure to perform our obligations under these Terms due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, pandemics, government actions, or internet outages.
15.6 Language
These Terms are written in English. Translations may be provided for convenience, but the English version shall prevail in case of any conflict.
15.7 Export Compliance
You agree to comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations. You represent that you are not located in a country subject to embargo or designated as a "terrorist supporting" country, and are not on any government list of prohibited or restricted parties.
For questions about these Terms, please contact us: