Legal Protection & Service Terms

Dakota Concrete Lifting ("Contractor") agrees to perform concrete lifting, leveling, void filling, crack repair, and related services for the Client under the following terms. All work will be completed in a professional and workmanlike manner. Client agrees to the terms, policies, and limitations described in this document.

• A 10% Deposit is required to reserve the project date. No work will be scheduled or commenced until the deposit is received.
• The deposit is applied in full to the final invoice.
• Once materials are allocated or the project is scheduled, the deposit becomes non-refundable.
• Weather delays automatically transfer the deposit to the rescheduled date.
• Commercial clients with approved purchase orders may be exempt.

• No sales tax applies to concrete lifting services under South Dakota law.
• Materials used are consumed by the Contractor and not sold to the Client.
• Contractor's excise tax does not apply to polyjacking or leveling services.
• Remaining balance is due upon completion.
• Late payments may incur fees or collection actions permitted by SD law.

Dakota Concrete Lifting operates as a service provider under SDCL Title 10. Concrete lifting, leveling, void filling, and repair services are classified as non-taxable services. No sales tax or contractor's excise tax applies. Contractor is responsible for taxes on materials purchased for use in the work.

Client acknowledges that concrete lifting involves injecting expanding polyurethane foam beneath existing slabs. Client agrees that Contractor is not responsible for:

• Pre-existing structural defects
• Damage caused by soil movement or environmental conditions
• Damage to landscaping, underground utilities, or sprinkler lines not disclosed by Client
• Future soil instability
• Any damages beyond the limited warranty

Client releases Contractor from claims beyond the limited warranty.

Concrete lifting may cause minor cosmetic cracking, joint movement, or noise during lifting. Foam expansion may expose pre-existing defects. Contractor is not responsible for hidden voids, underground cavities, or unexpected soil conditions.

Client agrees to:

• Maintain proper drainage and water flow
• Correct gutter or downspout issues
• Avoid overweight vehicle loads
• Provide accurate information about underground utilities

Failure to maintain drainage voids the warranty.

Contractor does not guarantee future soil stability, long-term slab performance, or prevention of future settlement. Contractor does not perform structural engineering or foundation repair.

Client agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Contractor from claims, damages, or losses arising from pre-existing conditions, hidden defects, or environmental factors outside Contractor's control.

Client agrees to indemnify Contractor against claims arising from misuse of the repaired area, overweight loads, improper drainage, or failure to disclose underground utilities.

Client grants Contractor permission to photograph work areas before, during, and after service for documentation, training, and marketing purposes. No identifying personal information will be shared.

Client cancellations after scheduling result in forfeiture of the deposit. Weather delays do not affect deposit status. Contractor may reschedule for safety or operational reasons.

Client information is used solely for scheduling, invoicing, and communication. Contractor does not sell or share client data.

All terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Dakota. Any disputes shall be resolved in the county where the work was performed.

Concrete lifting results may be limited by binding against foundations, walls, adjacent slabs, reinforcement, soil conditions, slab deterioration, or other concealed conditions. Additional relief cutting, joint separation, or concrete removal may be required to achieve further movement. If the customer declines recommended relief work, the contractor is not responsible for incomplete lift, insufficient pitch, or continued drainage issues. All labor, mobilization, and material installed remain due regardless of the amount of movement achieved.