Privacy Policy | Terms Of Service
Privacy Policy
Skilled & Trained HVAC (“we,” “our,” or “the Website”) provides public information related to HVAC training standards, California regulatory requirements, contractor qualification criteria, and contractor search tools by county. We are committed to protecting user privacy and transparency in how information is handled.
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected and used when you access or use the Website.
Acceptance of This Policy
By accessing or using the Skilled & Trained HVAC Website, you agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and the Terms of Use below. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time by posting revisions on this page. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Information We Do Not Collect
The Skilled & Trained HVAC Website:
Does not use cookies
Does not use tracking pixels or behavioral analytics
Does not automatically collect personally identifiable information
Does not track individual browsing behavior
We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, mailing addresses, or payment information simply by visiting the Website.
Information You May Voluntarily Provide
If you choose to contact us via email or a contact form (if applicable), you may voluntarily provide limited information such as your name, organization, email address, and the content of your inquiry.
Any information you provide voluntarily will be used solely to respond to your inquiry or improve the accuracy of the Website’s information. We do not sell or share this information with third parties.
Use and Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Any information voluntarily provided may be retained for administrative or informational purposes, such as responding to questions or improving site content.
Non-personal, aggregated information may be reviewed internally to improve site usability and content accuracy.
Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect any information voluntarily submitted through the Website. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. Users should avoid submitting sensitive or confidential information via email.
Links to Other Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes. Skilled & Trained HVAC is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through this Website.
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2026.
Terms Of Service
By accessing or using the Skilled & Trained HVAC Website, you agree to these Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy incorporated herein. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the Website.
We may revise these Terms of Use at any time by posting updated terms. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
The terms “you” and “User” refer to any individual or entity accessing the Website.
1. Eligibility
You represent that you are at least 13 years of age and that your use of the Website complies with all applicable laws and regulations. The Website is intended for informational use only and not for children under 13.
2. Acceptable Use
You agree that you will not:
(a) Collect or attempt to collect personal data from the Website or its users
(b) Use the Website for unlawful, fraudulent, or misleading purposes
(c) Misrepresent contractor qualifications or training standards listed on the Website
(d) Attempt to interfere with the Website’s operation, security, or availability
(e) Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, spiders) to access the Website without permission
(f) Modify, copy, or republish Website content for commercial purposes without authorization
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms.
3. Use of Website Content
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, databases, search tools, and logos (“Content”), is owned by or licensed to Skilled & Trained HVAC.
You may view, download, and print Content for personal, non-commercial, informational use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit Content without prior written permission.
The Website provides informational resources only and does not certify, license, or guarantee contractors or training programs unless explicitly stated.
4. Contractor Listings and Information Disclaimer
Contractor listings, training standards, and regulatory references are provided for informational purposes only. Inclusion in a contractor database or search tool does not constitute an endorsement, guarantee, or certification by Skilled & Trained HVAC.
Users are responsible for independently verifying contractor licensing, compliance, and qualifications with applicable state or local authorities.
5. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
If you believe content on this Website infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA notice containing the information required under 17 U.S.C. §512(c)(3).
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed;
Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity and that is to be removed or access to which is to be disabled and information reasonably sufficient to permit Local 104 to locate the material;
A statement that you have a good-faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent or the law;
A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are, or are authorized to act on behalf of, the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed;
Your name, mailing address, telephone number, and e-mail address; and
A physical or electronic signature of the owner of the exclusive right that is allegedly infringed, or that of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner.
DMCA notices should include identification of the copyrighted work, the allegedly infringing material, your contact information, a good-faith statement, and your signature.
Local 104’s designated Copyright Agent to receive notifications of claimed infringement is: Local 104 Financial Secretary/Treasurer, 3232 Constitution Drive, Livermore, CA 94551. You acknowledge that if you fail to comply with all of the above requirements, your DMCA notice may not be valid.
For clarity, only DMCA notices should go to the Copyright Agent. Please use the Contact Us form for any other feedback, comments, requests for technical support, or other communications with Local 104.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED TO YOU “AS IS.” YOU AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC WEBSITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC, AS WELL AS ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY, THE “SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC PARTIES”), DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN CONNECTION WITH THE WEBSITE AND YOUR USE THEREOF. THE SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC PARTIES DO NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, CURRENTNESS, NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE WEBSITE’S CONTENT OR THE CONTENT OF ANY WEBSITES LINKED TO THIS WEBSITE. NOR DO THE SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC PARTIES GUARANTEE THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE ERROR-FREE, CONTINUOUSLY AVAILABLE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. THE SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC PARTIES DO NOT WARRANT, GUARANTEE, OR ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE PROVIDED, ADVERTISED, OR OFFERED BY A THIRD PARTY THROUGH THE SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC WEBSITE OR ANY WEBSITE LINKED TO OR FEATURED THROUGH THIS WEBSITE.
7. Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC, OR ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY, THE “SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC PARTIES”), BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, WHETHER OR NOT FORESEEABLE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS WEBSITE. THIS INCLUDES, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES RESULTING FROM: (I) ERRORS, OMISSIONS, OR INACCURACIES IN WEBSITE CONTENT; (II) PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE OF ANY NATURE RESULTING FROM ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE WEBSITE; (III) UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO OR USE OF ANY SERVERS OR DATA; (IV) INTERRUPTION OR CESSATION OF TRANSMISSION TO OR FROM THE WEBSITE; (V) BUGS, VIRUSES, TROJAN HORSES, OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS TRANSMITTED BY ANY THIRD PARTY; AND/OR (VI) ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE WEBSITE OR ANY CONTENT MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH IT, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, EVEN IF SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE SKILLED & TRAINED HVAC PARTIES ARE NOT LIABLE FOR THE CONTENT, CONDUCT, OR ACTIONS OF ANY THIRD PARTY, INCLUDING CONTRACTORS OR OTHER ENTITIES LISTED OR REFERENCED ON THE WEBSITE, AND THAT ANY RISK OF HARM OR DAMAGE ARISING FROM SUCH CONTENT OR CONDUCT RESTS SOLELY WITH YOU.
CERTAIN STATE LAWS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES. TO THE EXTENT SUCH LAWS APPLY, SOME OF THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Skilled & Trained HVAC from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.
9. Governing Law
These Terms and the Privacy Policy are governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in a court of competent jurisdiction within California.
10. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and Skilled & Trained HVAC regarding use of the Website.
These Terms of Use are made effective as of January 1, 2026.