Privacy policy

Effective Date: 5/26/26
Last Updated: 5/26/26

Introduction

Tim Whistler Plumbing ("Tim Whistler Plumbing," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes the information we collect when you visit timwhistlerplumbing.com (the "Site"), contact us, or request our plumbing, gas fitting, HVAC, or electrical services, and how we use, share, and protect that information.

By using our Site or contacting us, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you give us directly, and information collected automatically when you use our Site.

Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact form submissions. When you submit our contact form, we collect the information you provide, which typically includes your name, phone number, service address, and a description of the service you need.
  • Phone calls and text messages. When you call or text us at 1-866-477-6190 or 301-648-9676, we may record the information you share during the call (such as your name, address, and the issue you are calling about) for the purposes of providing service. Text messages we send, including appointment confirmations and technician arrival notifications, are sent through a third-party messaging system.
  • Service records. When we perform work for you, we collect information about the property, the work performed, payment details, and other records required to deliver and document the service.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies:

  • Usage data. Pages you visit, time spent on pages, how you arrived at the Site, the device and browser you use, and your approximate location based on IP address.
  • Cookies. Small data files stored on your device to support Site functionality and analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser, though some Site features may not work as intended.
  • Google Analytics and Google Ads. We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site, and we may use Google Ads conversion tracking to measure the performance of our online advertising. Google's data practices are described at https://policies.google.com/privacy. You can opt out of Google Analytics at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout and manage your Google ad preferences at https://adssettings.google.com.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and schedule service appointments.
  • Provide, perform, and document the plumbing, gas fitting, HVAC, and electrical services you request.
  • Send appointment confirmations, technician arrival notifications, and follow-up communications by phone or text message.
  • Process payments for services rendered.
  • Send occasional service reminders, seasonal maintenance notices, and promotional offers, where permitted by law.
  • Improve our Site, services, and customer experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations, including tax records, licensing requirements, and lawful requests from regulators.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only with the third-party service providers that help us operate our business, and only as needed to do so. These include:

  • ServiceTitan. Our customer relationship management and scheduling platform. ServiceTitan stores customer records, schedules appointments, dispatches technicians, manages invoicing, and supports our customer communications. ServiceTitan's privacy policy is available at https://www.servicetitan.com/privacy-policy.
  • Make (formerly Integromat). A workflow automation platform we use to connect our systems and move data between them. Make's privacy policy is available at https://www.make.com/en/privacy-notice.
  • Google Workspace and Google Sheets. Used internally to store and organize business records, including customer contact information and service history.
  • Google Analytics and Google Ads. Used to measure Site performance and run digital advertising as described above.
  • Payment processors. Used to securely process credit and debit card payments. Payment card details are handled by the processor under their own privacy and security standards and are not stored by Tim Whistler Plumbing directly.
  • Legal and regulatory authorities. When required by law, subpoena, court order, or to enforce our rights, comply with licensing obligations, or protect the safety of our staff and customers.
  • Successors in interest. If Tim Whistler Plumbing is sold, merged, or reorganized, customer records may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We do not share, rent, or sell your personal information to unrelated third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies for analytics, advertising, and Site functionality. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Site performance. Some tracking services, including Google Analytics and Google Ads, may set cookies that allow tracking of your activity across sites.

Text Messages and Calls

If you provide your phone number, you consent to receive calls and text messages from Tim Whistler Plumbing related to your service request, appointment confirmations, technician arrival, and follow-up. Standard message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of non-emergency text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. Opting out of service-related messages may affect our ability to communicate with you about your scheduled work.

Data Retention

We keep your information for as long as needed to provide service, maintain our business and accounting records, and comply with legal and licensing obligations. After that, records are securely deleted or de-identified.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights under state privacy laws regarding the personal information we hold about you, including the right to:

  • Know what personal information we have collected about you.
  • Access or request a copy of that information.
  • Correct inaccurate information.
  • Delete personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as information we are required to retain for tax, licensing, or warranty purposes).
  • Opt out of certain uses of your information, including targeted advertising.

Residents of California (CCPA/CPRA), Virginia (VCDPA), Maryland (Maryland Online Data Privacy Act), and other states with applicable privacy laws may exercise these rights by contacting us at the phone number below. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect the personal information we collect. No method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may link to websites we do not control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We recommend reviewing each site's privacy policy before providing any information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of our Site or services after a change means you accept the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact us:

Tim Whistler Plumbing
Phone: 1-866-477-6190 (or 301-648-9676)
Mailing address: [Insert your business mailing address]

When contacting us about a privacy request, please be prepared to provide reasonable verification of your identity before we process the request.

Terms of Service

Effective Date: 5/26/26
Last Updated: 5/26/26

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of timwhistlerplumbing.com (the "Site") and any plumbing, gas fitting, HVAC, or electrical services performed by Tim Whistler Plumbing ("Tim Whistler Plumbing," "we," "us," or "our").

By visiting the Site, submitting a contact form, calling or texting us, scheduling service, or accepting any work performed by us, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Site or our services.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to enter into agreements on your own behalf or on behalf of the property owner to use the Site or request service. By contacting us about service at a property, you represent that you are the owner of the property or have the owner's authorization to request work on that property.

3. Services

Tim Whistler Plumbing provides plumbing, gas fitting, HVAC, and electrical installation, repair, and maintenance services to residential and commercial customers in Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. We hold active licenses in each jurisdiction where we operate, including WSSC 6119360, Virginia 2710020030 and 2710059613, and DC PGM-1002028.

Service availability, response times, and pricing vary by location, time of day, and current demand. We reserve the right to refuse, decline, or discontinue service to any property or customer.

4. Estimates and Pricing

Quotes, estimates, and pricing examples on our Site or in conversation are for informational purposes and are not binding until provided in writing for a specific project. A binding price is established only when we provide a written estimate or work order for your specific scope of work and you accept it.

Final pricing may differ from initial estimates if:

  • The scope of work changes after the estimate is provided.
  • Hidden conditions are discovered during the work (such as pre-existing damage, code violations, or non-standard equipment).
  • Materials, parts, or labor costs change between the estimate and the start of work.
  • Additional permits, inspections, or third-party services are required.

We will inform you of material changes to the estimate before proceeding with additional work. You are responsible for the cost of work you have authorized in writing or verbally.

5. Scheduling, Cancellations, and No-Shows

Appointments may be booked by phone at 1-866-477-6190 or 301-648-9676, through our online contact form, or through our online scheduler. Appointment windows are estimates and may shift depending on the duration of earlier jobs, traffic, weather, and emergency calls.

If you need to cancel or reschedule, please give us at least 24 hours' notice. Cancellations or no-shows with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to a cancellation fee, particularly for after-hours or emergency appointments.

Emergency dispatch and after-hours appointments may carry additional dispatch or emergency response fees, which we will disclose before dispatch.

6. Customer Obligations

You agree to:

  • Provide accurate information about the service required and the condition of the property.
  • Ensure safe and reasonable access to the property and the work area at the scheduled appointment time.
  • Disclose any known hazards (asbestos, lead paint, structural issues, pets, etc.) before work begins.
  • Make decisions about authorized work in a timely manner so we can complete the job efficiently.
  • Pay invoices on time per the terms agreed at the start of work.

Failure to meet these obligations may result in additional fees, schedule delays, or the suspension or termination of service.

7. Permits and Inspections

For work requiring permits (water main, gas line, panel upgrades, major HVAC installations, and certain other projects), we will obtain the permit on your behalf, schedule the required inspections, and meet the inspector on site. Permit fees are typically passed through to you at cost unless otherwise agreed in the written estimate.

You acknowledge that work that should have been permitted but was not (whether performed by us or another contractor) may affect your homeowner's insurance, resale value, and ability to pass future inspections. We strongly recommend permitting all work that legally requires it.

8. Payment Terms

Payment is due upon completion of the work unless other terms are agreed in writing. We accept the payment methods disclosed at the time of service.

Invoices not paid within thirty (30) days of the invoice date may accrue interest at the maximum rate permitted by law and may be referred for collection. You agree to reimburse us for reasonable costs of collection, including attorney's fees, where permitted by law.

9. Workmanship Warranty

Tim Whistler Plumbing warrants the labor on its installation and repair work for one (1) year from the date of completion, unless a different period is specified in your written estimate or work order. If our workmanship fails during the warranty period under normal use, we will repair or replace the affected work at no cost to you.

This warranty does not cover:

  • Parts, fixtures, or equipment, which are covered by the manufacturer's warranty (we will assist with manufacturer warranty claims where reasonable).
  • Damage caused by misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, or unauthorized modifications.
  • Damage caused by third parties, including other contractors who work on the same systems after us.
  • Pre-existing conditions disclosed before the work began.
  • Normal wear and tear.
  • Damage caused by acts of nature, freeze damage, power surges, or water quality issues outside our control.
  • Cosmetic issues not directly tied to the work performed.

Warranty claims must be submitted within the warranty period and verified by our technician before any repair is performed.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

EXCEPT FOR THE WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY IN SECTION 9, THE SITE, ALL CONTENT ON THE SITE, AND ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. We do not warrant that information on the Site (including service descriptions, FAQs, pricing examples, and case studies) is accurate, complete, or current at any specific time.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties not expressly stated in these Terms, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Tim Whistler Plumbing and its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates are not liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages.
  • Loss of business, lost profits, lost data, or loss of use of any property.
  • Damages arising out of any third-party services, products, or content.
  • Damages arising out of conditions that existed before our work began.

Our total liability for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or any service we performed, regardless of the form of the action, will not exceed the amount you paid us for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Nothing in these Terms limits liability for fraud, willful misconduct, or any liability that cannot be limited by law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tim Whistler Plumbing and its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claim, demand, loss, liability, damage, or expense (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of:

  • Your breach of these Terms.
  • Your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.
  • Any inaccurate information you provided to us.
  • Any condition of the property that you failed to disclose.
  • Your unauthorized use of the Site or our services.

13. Site Content and Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, photos, videos, case studies, and software, is owned by Tim Whistler Plumbing or used with permission, and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, and print Site content for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or use Site content for any commercial purpose without our prior written permission.

The "Tim Whistler Plumbing" name and any associated logos are our trademarks. You may not use them without prior written permission.

14. User Submissions

If you submit information through our contact form, by text, by review, by social media, or by any other method, you grant Tim Whistler Plumbing a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use that information to provide service to you, improve our business, and (with your permission) display reviews or testimonials on our Site or marketing materials.

You agree that any submissions you make are accurate, your own, and do not infringe the rights of any third party.

15. Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • Use the Site or our services for any unlawful purpose.
  • Misrepresent your identity, the property, or the work needed.
  • Attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or gain unauthorized access to the Site or our systems.
  • Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers on the Site without our written consent.
  • Submit false reviews or impersonate another customer.
  • Use our trademarks, content, or photos without permission.
  • Harass, abuse, or threaten our employees or contractors.

16. Third-Party Services and Links

The Site may link to third-party websites and services, including booking platforms, payment processors, review sites, and others. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those third parties. Use of third-party services is governed by their own terms.

17. Governing Law

These Terms and any disputes arising out of them are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

18. Dispute Resolution

Before filing any formal legal action, you agree to first contact us at 1-866-477-6190 to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. Most issues can be resolved with a direct conversation.

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally within thirty (30) days, you and Tim Whistler Plumbing agree that any dispute arising out of these Terms or any service we performed will be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The arbitration will take place in Montgomery County, Maryland, or another location mutually agreed in writing.

This arbitration agreement does not prevent either party from bringing a small-claims action in an appropriate small-claims court, or from seeking emergency injunctive relief in court.

You and Tim Whistler Plumbing each waive any right to a jury trial and any right to participate in a class action or class-wide arbitration related to these Terms or any service we performed.

19. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

20. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms is not a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

21. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights under them without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms in connection with a sale, merger, or other business transaction.

22. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any written estimate or work order signed by you and Tim Whistler Plumbing, constitute the entire agreement between you and Tim Whistler Plumbing about your use of the Site and any services we perform.

23. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site or our services after a change means you accept the revised Terms.

24. Contact Us

Questions about these Terms should be directed to:

Tim Whistler Plumbing
Phone: 1-866-477-6190 (or 301-648-9676)