Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 29, 2026
Privacy at a Glance
A quick overview of how we handle your data
Data We Collect
Name, email, phone (optional)
Only when you contact us or submit a review
Purpose
Service delivery & verification
To respond to inquiries and verify reviews
Data Security
Encrypted & protected
Contact info never shown publicly
Third-Party Sharing
None
We never sell or share your data
Cookies & Storage
Essential only
For preferences and functionality
Age Requirement
18+ to submit reviews
Reviews from minors will be removed
Your Rights
Full control
Request removal or updates anytime
Accessibility Widget
Local preferences only
Settings stored on your device
Full Privacy Policy Details
At Van Alstine Construction, we value your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your information when you use our website or submit a review.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Contact Information: Your name, email address, and phone number when you contact us or submit a review.
- Review Content: Any text, ratings, or photos you upload as part of a project review.
- Usage Data: Basic technical information about how you use our site (like your IP address and browser type).
2. Why We Ask for Phone and Email in Reviews
When you submit a review, we ask for your email address and/or phone number for two specific reasons:
- Verification: To ensure that the review comes from a real customer who has actually worked with us.
- Follow-up: To allow us to contact you if there are any questions about your project or if we need to resolve an issue mentioned in your review.
Important: Your email and phone number are kept private. They are only visible to our administrators and are never displayed publicly on the website. Only your name and the content of your review will be shown if you choose to make it public.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our construction services.
- Display customer testimonials and reviews (with your permission).
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
- Maintain the security and integrity of our website.
4. Cookies and Storage
Our website uses the following technologies to enhance your experience:
- Cookies: We use cookies to remember your preferences, maintain your session, and track basic usage patterns. These help us provide a better experience when you return to our site.
- Local Storage: We may store certain non-sensitive information locally on your device (such as your preferences or form data) to improve usability and reduce the need to re-enter information.
- Session Storage: Temporary data may be stored during your current session to maintain functionality and security. This data is cleared when you close your browser.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features of our website.
5. Age Restrictions
Important: Our review system is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. By submitting a review, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect reviews from individuals under 18. If we become aware that a review has been submitted by someone under 18, we will remove it immediately.
6. Data Protection
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. Review data, including contact details, is stored securely and encrypted where appropriate.
7. Accessibility Widget
Our website includes an accessibility widget that provides tools to customize your browsing experience, including text size adjustment, color filters, theme selection, and other accessibility features. These preferences are stored locally on your device using browser storage mechanisms (localStorage and sessionStorage):
- No Personal Data Collected: The accessibility widget does not collect, store, or transmit any personally identifiable information.
- Local Storage Only: All your accessibility preferences are saved exclusively on your device and are never sent to our servers.
- Complete Privacy: Your accessibility settings remain private and are not shared with any third parties.
- Easy Control: You can reset or modify these preferences at any time using the "Reset all" button in the accessibility panel. You can also clear them by clearing your browser's local storage.
To learn more about our accessibility practices, how our tools are built, and our broader commitment to an inclusive experience, see our Accessibility Statement.
8. Your Choices
You can choose not to provide certain information, though it may prevent you from using certain features (like submitting a review). If you have submitted a review and wish to have it removed or updated, please contact us.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at anthony@vanalstineconstruction.com.