Terms of Service — Metal Buildings Guide
Effective Date: [10-11-2025]
Welcome to Metal Buildings Guide (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), a division of Metal Buildings LLC.
By accessing or using our website, https://www.metalbuildingsguide.com (the “Site”), including tools such as CodeSmart™, LoadMatch™, or any AI-powered interfaces (collectively, the “Services”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”).
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.
Important: These Terms govern informational and reference use of Metal Buildings Guide only.
All quotes, orders, or purchases for pre-engineered metal buildings or related products are governed by a separate written agreement directly with Metal Buildings LLC.
1. Purpose and Permitted Use
The Site and its Services are intended solely for educational, reference, and informational purposes.
They may assist users in understanding design loads, structural concepts, and general code references, but do not replace licensed engineering, local permitting, or professional design services.
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All text, graphics, logos, icons, software, code, tools, databases, calculators, downloadable files, and other materials appearing on the Site (collectively, the “Content”) are the exclusive property of Metal Buildings LLC, its affiliates, or licensors.
You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or create derivative works of any Content without our prior written consent.
Unauthorized use may violate copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
3. AI Tools, Calculators & Data Sources
Our Site includes interactive systems such as CodeSmart™, LoadMatch™, and related AI-based analytical tools. These systems aggregate and interpret publicly available and proprietary reference data, including but not limited to:
ASCE 7-16 / ASCE 7-22 (minimum design loads)
USGS (seismic and elevation data)
NOAA / NWS (wind and snow references)
FEMA (flood and hazard maps)
EPQS (Elevation Point Query Service)
Zippopotam / FCC FIPS / GNIS (geolocation and jurisdiction data)
These references are provided for general guidance only.
Results generated by CodeSmart™, LoadMatch™, or other AI features are non-certified and must not be used as final engineering data, stamped drawings, or construction approval documents.
We make no warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of any AI-generated output or referenced data.
4. Third-Party Tools & External Links
The Site may incorporate or link to third-party services such as:
Google Analytics / Google Ads
Meta (Facebook/Instagram) integrations
OpenAI or similar natural-language AI interfaces
These tools are provided for convenience and analytical insight.
We do not control or endorse third-party content and assume no liability for their data handling or accuracy. Each external service maintains its own terms and privacy policy.
5. User Responsibilities
By using this Site, you acknowledge and agree that:
You are responsible for verifying all local building codes, design loads, and permit requirements before acting on any data provided.
You must obtain all necessary approvals and professional engineering certifications prior to construction or purchase.
Metal Buildings Guide and Metal Buildings LLC act as informational and supply entities only — we are not contractors, erectors, or installers and do not perform on-site construction.
6. Disclaimers
THE SITE, ITS CONTENT, AND ALL AI OR CALCULATOR OUTPUTS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE”, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not guarantee that the Site or its data will be uninterrupted, error-free, current, or free from harmful components.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Metal Buildings LLC, its owners, affiliates, and employees shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or related to:
Use of or reliance upon the Site or its outputs;
Any error, omission, or interruption in data or functionality; or
Any unauthorized access or use of our systems.
Use of this Site and its tools is entirely at your own risk.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Metal Buildings LLC, Metal Buildings Guide, and their affiliates, officers, agents, and contractors from and against any claim, loss, or liability arising out of your:
Use of or reliance upon the Site or its outputs;
Violation of these Terms; or
Infringement of any intellectual-property or proprietary rights.
9. Modifications
We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice.
The “Effective Date” above reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate access to the Site or Services at any time, for any reason, including misuse, data scraping, or violation of these Terms.
11. Governing Law & Venue
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.
Any dispute shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Bexar County, Texas.
12. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact:
Metal Buildings Guide
A Division of Metal Buildings LLC
1846 N. Loop 1604 W, Suite 205 #1018
San Antonio, Texas 78248
Phone: 210-997-1853
Email: [email protected]