Last Updated: 12/02/2025

Privacy Policy

Overview

Merit Excavation respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or contact us about excavation services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you contact us through our website, we collect:

Your name
Email address
Phone number
Property address or location
Details about your excavation needs
Any additional information you choose to share

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Pages you visit on our site
Time and date of your visit
Referring website

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

Respond to your inquiries and questions
Provide estimates for excavation services
Schedule site visits and consultations
Communicate about ongoing projects
Improve our website and services

We do not use your information for marketing purposes unless you specifically request updates about our services.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information, including:

Secure data transmission
Limited access to personal information
Regular security reviews

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in these situations:

With service providers who help us operate our website (hosting, email services)
When required by law or legal process
To protect our rights or property
With your explicit consent

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:

Remember your preferences
Understand how you use our website
Improve website functionality

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some website features may not work properly.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services for:

Website analytics (to understand site traffic)
Contact form functionality
Email communication

These services may have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we have about you
Request corrections to your information
Request deletion of your information
Opt out of future communications
Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

Provide the services you requested
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce our agreements

When your information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

The right to know what personal information we collect
The right to request deletion of your information
The right to opt out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us at:

Merit Excavation
3020 S. 96th St.
Lakewood, WA 98499
Phone: (253) 881-6008
Email: jasonb@meritexcavating.com