Terms of Use

These terms of use ("Terms") govern access to and use of the website build-yourself-a-house.com (the "Site"). By accessing the Site, you accept these Terms without reservation.

1. Purpose of the Site

The Site is a practical and informative guide dedicated to the self-building of individual houses. It offers articles, diagrams, checklists and resources for individuals wishing to build or renovate their home.

The published content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a regulatory technical specification, nor a substitute for qualified professional intervention (architect, engineering firm, certified contractor, technical inspector).

2. Access to the Site

Access to the Site is free and open. It is available 24/7, except in cases of force majeure, maintenance operations or technical failures. The publisher does not guarantee the permanent availability of the Site and cannot be held responsible for interruptions, whatever their cause and duration.

The user must have the necessary technical means (Internet connection, recent browser, JavaScript enabled) and is responsible for their proper functioning.

3. Intellectual property

All content on the Site (articles, text, images, SVG diagrams, illustrations, logos, graphic charter, source code) is protected by copyright and remains the exclusive property of the publisher or its partners.

Any reproduction, representation, modification, publication or adaptation of all or part of the Site's elements, by any means whatsoever, is prohibited without the prior written authorisation of the publisher, except for legal exceptions (private copy, short quotation with source attribution).

Quotations limited to educational or critical purposes are permitted subject to clearly indicating the source: "Source: build-yourself-a-house.com".

4. Use of content

The user undertakes to use the Site in accordance with its informational purpose. The following are prohibited:

  • Any commercial use of content without authorisation.
  • Massive or automated data extraction (scraping, Site harvesting).
  • Deliberate introduction of viruses or malware.
  • Any attempt to compromise the security of the Site.
  • Posting comments that are insulting, defamatory, racist or contrary to law.

5. Liability

Information published on the Site is provided "as is", without warranty of any kind. The publisher strives to ensure the accuracy and updating of content, but cannot guarantee its completeness, absolute reliability or suitability to a particular case.

Self-building carries technical, financial and regulatory risks. The advice disseminated on the Site does not replace:

  • The mandatory G2 ground survey before construction.
  • The use of an architect for projects over 150 m².
  • Construction insurance (structural damage, public liability).
  • The mandatory technical inspection depending on the type of works.
  • Compliance with local planning regulations (Local Plan / PLU) and applicable construction standards (DTU in France, Building Regulations in the UK).

The publisher cannot be held responsible for any direct or indirect consequences linked to the use of the information published on the Site, in particular in the event of loss, regulatory non-compliance or site cost overruns.

6. Links to third-party sites

The Site may contain outbound links to third-party sites (manufacturers, trade merchants, public bodies, professional organisations). The publisher has no control over these sites and disclaims any responsibility for their content, privacy policy or commercial practices.

Some links may be affiliate links (Amazon Associates, ManoMano, etc.). Purchases made through these links may generate a commission for the publisher, at no extra cost to you. This compensation contributes to funding the Site and does not influence our recommendations.

7. Personal data

The collection and processing of users' personal data is detailed in our Privacy Policy, which forms an integral part of these Terms.

8. Changes to the Terms

The publisher reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time to reflect legal, technical or editorial changes to the Site. The applicable Terms are those published at the time of your visit, with the last updated date shown at the top of the page.

9. Governing law and jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by French law. Any dispute relating to the interpretation or performance of the Terms falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent French courts, subject to mandatory provisions applicable to consumers.

Before any legal action, the user is invited to contact the publisher at contact@upgradists.com to attempt an amicable resolution.

10. Contact

For any question regarding these Terms:
contact@upgradists.com