Your Privacy Matters to Us
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.
At Bear Excavating Ltd, protecting your privacy is important to us. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website and services. We provide excavation, septic system installation, and land development services throughout Foothills County & Southern Alberta.
Consent
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with any terms in this policy, please do not use our services.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us through our online forms:
Contact Form
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number (optional)
- Message Content
Quote Request Form
- First Name and Last Name
- Preferred Contact Date
- Email Address
- Phone Numbers (Mobile, Home, Work)
- Street Address (911 Emergency Address)
- Mailing Address
- Legal Address
- Legal Land Description (Quarter, Section, Township, Range, Meridian)
- Type of Work Required (e.g., Water Line Installation, Excavation, Land Clearing, Grading, Trenching, Foundation Excavation, Drainage, Dugout Construction, Road Building, Snow Removal)
- Specific Requirements
- Project Description
- Additional Comments
Additional Information We May Collect
- Project history and previous interactions with our company
- Communication preferences and correspondence records
- Service feedback and reviews
- Photos and images of your property (if provided for assessment)
- Site survey data and soil test results
- Permit application documentation
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide accurate quotes for excavation and septic services
- Design septic systems based on your property and household needs
- Process your service requests and schedule site visits
- Communicate about your project details and timeline
- Submit required documentation to your local municipality (for septic permits)
- Send project updates and status notifications
- Improve our services and customer experience
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
Information We Share
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this privacy policy.
Your information may be shared with:
- Local municipal authorities (for septic system permits, inspections, and other required permits)
- Service providers who assist in project execution
- Professional contractors and subcontractors working on your project
- Legal authorities when required by law
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with legal requirements for record-keeping. Project records, including septic system designs and permits, may be retained for extended periods as required by Alberta regulations. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete it.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. Form submissions are processed through secure, encrypted connections. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Third Party Services
We use third-party services to assist with our operations, including form processing and email delivery. These services are subject to their own privacy policies and we are not responsible for their actions. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections to your information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Ask questions about our privacy practices
- Withdraw your consent at any time
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by email or through our website.
Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Bear Excavating Ltd