Please read these terms carefully before using the ClearBid platform. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.
ClearBid Inc. ("ClearBid", "we", "us", "our") operates a platform that connects homeowners with contractors for home renovation and improvement projects. By creating an account, submitting a project, or placing a bid, you ("User", "you") agree to these Terms of Service.
These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and ClearBid. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use the platform.
You must be at least 18 years of age and legally capable of entering into binding contracts in your jurisdiction. Contractors must hold valid licenses and insurance as required by their provincial or municipal regulations.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information and to update it as needed.
ClearBid reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or platform notification. Continued use of the platform after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
ClearBid uses artificial intelligence technology to analyze project photos and descriptions submitted by homeowners. Our AI generates measurement estimates and scope assessments that are provided to contractors alongside the project listing. This enables contractors to submit informed, competitive bids based on detailed project data.
Important: AI-generated measurements and estimates are provided as reference tools to assist with pricing. They are not guarantees of exact measurements. Contractors are expected to exercise professional judgment and request additional information through the platform if the provided data is insufficient for accurate bidding.
By creating a contractor account on ClearBid, you agree to the following terms in addition to the General Terms of Use. These terms are a condition of your access to the platform and its project listings.
By registering as a contractor on ClearBid, you acknowledge and agree to all terms outlined in this document, including but not limited to the Bid Commitment Policy (Section 4), the Non-Circumvention Agreement (Section 5), and the Liability Disclaimer (Section 6). Your account creation constitutes acceptance of these terms.
Contractors are expected to maintain professional standards of work, carry appropriate insurance, and comply with all applicable building codes, provincial regulations, and municipal bylaws. ClearBid reserves the right to suspend or terminate contractor accounts that receive repeated complaints or demonstrate unprofessional conduct.
All communication between contractors and homeowners regarding projects discovered on ClearBid must occur through the ClearBid platform. Direct communication outside the platform for the purpose of circumventing ClearBid's fee structure is strictly prohibited.
ClearBid charges a service fee on completed projects. By accepting a project, you agree to ClearBid's current fee schedule as outlined at the time of bid acceptance. Fee structures are subject to change with notice.
The bid commitment policy is a cornerstone of the ClearBid platform. It ensures transparency for homeowners and accountability for contractors.
Key rule: Once a contractor's bid is accepted by a homeowner, the quoted price is final and binding. The contractor is obligated to complete the described work at the agreed price.
When you submit a bid and it is accepted, you enter into a binding agreement to perform the work described in the project listing at the price you quoted. No additional charges may be imposed on the homeowner unless explicitly agreed to in writing by both parties through the ClearBid platform.
It is the contractor's sole responsibility to thoroughly review all available project information before submitting a bid. This includes:
If the information provided is insufficient to produce an accurate bid, contractors must use the "Request More Info" button available on each project listing. This sends a request to the ClearBid admin, who coordinates with the homeowner to provide the requested details. Failure to request information before bidding does not constitute grounds for a price increase after bid acceptance.
Any additional costs or scope overruns that arise during the project and are attributable to the contractor's failure to adequately review available information, or failure to request clarification before bidding, are the contractor's sole financial responsibility. This includes but is not limited to:
The only exception to this policy is when the homeowner materially changes the scope of work after bid acceptance, in which case a formal change order must be processed through the ClearBid platform.
Contractors who fail to honor their accepted bid price may face:
This non-circumvention clause is a material condition of contractor registration on ClearBid. By creating an account, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
Binding commitment: By creating a contractor account on ClearBid, you agree that you will not circumvent, bypass, or attempt to avoid the ClearBid platform for any project or client relationship that originated through ClearBid.
You agree not to, directly or indirectly:
This non-circumvention obligation applies for the duration of your ClearBid account and for a period of twenty-four (24) months following account closure or termination for any homeowner relationship that originated through the ClearBid platform.
If ClearBid determines that a contractor has violated this non-circumvention agreement, ClearBid reserves the right to:
This non-circumvention agreement does not apply to homeowner-contractor relationships that existed prior to both parties' use of ClearBid, provided that the contractor can demonstrate the pre-existing relationship with documented evidence.
Please read this section carefully. It limits ClearBid's liability to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
ClearBid is a platform, not a contractor. ClearBid connects homeowners with independent contractors. We do not perform, supervise, or guarantee any renovation or construction work. ClearBid is not liable for any outcome, injury, damage, loss, delay, or dispute arising from or related to any project.
ClearBid is not responsible for the quality, safety, legality, timeliness, or outcome of any work performed by contractors. All contractors on the platform are independent businesses, not employees, agents, or subcontractors of ClearBid. By using ClearBid, you acknowledge and agree that:
ClearBid's AI-generated measurement estimates and project assessments are provided "as is" and for reference purposes only. ClearBid does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any AI-generated data. Neither homeowners nor contractors should rely solely on AI estimates for pricing, planning, or decision-making. ClearBid is not liable for any loss or damage arising from reliance on AI-generated estimates.
ClearBid is not a party to any agreement between homeowners and contractors. Any dispute regarding pricing, scope, quality of work, timelines, payment, or any other matter is solely between the homeowner and the contractor. ClearBid may, at its sole discretion, offer mediation services but is under no obligation to do so.
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ClearBid Inc., its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or relating to:
To the maximum extent permitted by law, ClearBid's total liability to any user for any claim arising out of or relating to the use of the platform shall not exceed the total fees paid by the user to ClearBid in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim. In no event shall ClearBid be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.
Both homeowners and contractors acknowledge that home renovation and construction projects involve inherent risks, including but not limited to property damage, personal injury, financial loss, and delays. By using the ClearBid platform, you voluntarily assume all such risks and release ClearBid from any liability related thereto.
ClearBid collects and processes personal information as necessary to operate the platform, including names, email addresses, phone numbers, project details, photos, and location data. Your data is used to facilitate project matching, bidding, and communication between homeowners and contractors.
Project photos and descriptions may be processed by AI systems to generate measurement estimates. By submitting project data, you consent to this processing. ClearBid does not sell your personal data to third parties.
ClearBid retains project data and account information for the duration of your account and for a reasonable period thereafter for legal and operational purposes.
For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us through the ClearBid platform.
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada.
Last updated: May 2026