TERMS OF SERVICE

ACCEPTANCE OF AGREEMENT

Last Updated: February 5, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern access to and use of the Local Landscaping Partners websites, mobile apps, city and neighborhood microsites, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”) operated by Local Landscaping Partners, LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”). By accessing or using the Platform as a landscaping/home-services provider (“Provider” or “Member”) or as a consumer (“Customer”), you agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Platform. If you accept these Terms on behalf of a company, you represent you have authority to bind that company. You must be at least 18 years old and able to form a binding contract.

2. Definitions

• Network Sites: City-, neighborhood-, or co-branded landing pages operated by or for Company that market and acquire service leads.
• Shared Account: Any Customer account originally sourced through the Platform (including any Network Site), regardless of branding or domain.
• Net Collected: Amount actually settled/received after card/payment processing fees, refunds, and chargebacks.
• Program Split: Unless otherwise posted by Company, 70% to Provider / 30% to Company on each paid job, applied to Net Collected (price set by provider).
• Referral Pool (RP): Portion of Company’s 30% used to fund eligible referral tier payouts, subject to plan rules and caps.

3. Platform Nature; Network Sites; Merchant of Record

Company operates a marketplace that connects Customers with independent Providers. Company is not the employer or joint employer of Providers and does not supervise their work. Company markets via numerous Network Sites. If a Network Site’s consumer terms conflict with these Terms, these Terms control for Providers and the consumer booking terms control for Customers, each solely to the extent of the conflict. Regardless of which Network Site is used, Local Landscaping Partners, LLC receives, routes, and processes bookings and payments as merchant of record (or merchant’s agent where applicable).

4. Accounts; Eligibility; Security

You must maintain accurate account information and safeguard credentials. Company may refuse, suspend, or terminate access at any time for compliance, risk, or capacity reasons. You consent to electronic communications, including SMS, related to your requests or account.

5. Provider Relationship; Independent Contractor Status

Provider is an independent contractor, not Company’s employee, agent, or franchisee. Provider controls means and methods, supplies tools, and sets availability and service radius. Provider is responsible for its own taxes, payroll, workers’ compensation/occupational accident, permits, and compliance.

6. Pricing; Booking; Payments; Taxes; Adjustments

6.1 Quotes & Pricing. Prices displayed on Network Sites may be illustrative estimates. Final pricing is confirmed in-app or in writing after scope validation, site conditions, and any required on-site assessment.
6.2 Program Split. Unless posted otherwise, each paid job is split 70% Provider / 30% Company on Net Collected (card fees deducted first).
6.3 Settlement. Card jobs settle on the Platform’s normal cycle. If checks are permitted, Provider deposits checks, logs them same day, and Company ACH-debits its 30%.
6.4 Refunds/Chargebacks. If a payment is reversed, corresponding payouts reverse. Company may net, withhold, or offset any negative balance against future payouts.
6.5 Taxes. Provider is solely responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and filings associated with its business and workers.

7. Shared Accounts; Non-Circumvention; Diversion Remedies

7.1 Shared Accounts. Customers sourced via any Network Site or the Platform are Shared Accounts. All follow-on and recurring work with a Shared Account must be booked and billed through the Platform at the posted Program Split.
7.2 Non-Circumvention. Provider shall not divert, steer off-platform, or otherwise circumvent the Platform for any Shared Account, including cash arrangements, private invoicing, or use of alternative entities.
7.3 Liquidated Damages & Remedies. Off-platform billing or diversion of a Shared Account is a material breach. Liquidated damages equal the greater of (a) twelve (12) months of Company’s foregone Program Split for the diverted account or (b) $2,500 per diverted account, plus reasonable audit, collection, and attorneys’ fees, and injunctive relief. These damages are a reasonable estimate of harm and not a penalty.
7.4 Reformation. If the scope, time, or geography of any restriction in this Section is overbroad, it shall be reformed and enforced to the maximum lawful extent.

8. Referral Program (Funding; Depth; Caps; Eligibility)

8.1 Funding & No Impact on 70%. Referral payouts are funded solely from Company’s 30% margin (e.g., the Referral Pool) and never reduce a Provider’s 70%.
8.2 Depth & Caps. Up to five (5) tiers may be enabled. Per-downline annual caps (subject to posted plan): Tier 1 $2,400; Tier 2 $1,200; Tier 3 $800; Tier 4 $400; Tier 5 $200. Caps are per downline, per calendar year.
8.3 Eligibility. Only completed and paid jobs generate referral payouts. Chargebacks/reversals reduce prior payouts. Provider must remain in good standing and may be required to complete a minimum number of paid jobs per month (e.g., five (5)) to keep Partner status active.
8.4 Plan Controls. Posted plan rules (percentages, caps, qualification) may change. If a tier is missing/ineligible, that share may revert to Company. Company may prorate tier payouts when the Referral Pool for a period is insufficient. No pay for sign-ups.

9. Performance; SLAs; Audits; Suspension

9.1 SLA Expectations. Company may publish benchmarks (e.g., timely acceptance, completion rate, CSAT, photo proof, job notes). Provider agrees to maintain performance near regional medians.
9.2 Integrity. Misreporting, manipulation, or anomalous patterns can result in reduced lead volume, temporary pause, audits, or termination.
9.3 Audit Rights. Company may audit relevant records (quotes, invoices, communications, photos) for compliance with these Terms. Reasonable cooperation is required.

10. Insurance; Background; Safety; Licensing

Insurance; Background; Safety; Licensing
Minimum insurance requirements for all contracted service providers:
– CGL: $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate; Additional Insured (Company), primary/non-contributory, waiver of subrogation.
– Auto Liability: $1,000,000 CSL (owned/non-owned/hired).
– Workers’ Compensation (or Occupational Accident with Employer’s Liability where permitted) per state law.
– Certificates naming Company as Additional Insured must be on file before live jobs and kept current.
– Providers authorize lawful background checks; maintain required licenses/permits; follow all laws, utility-locate rules, and safe-work practices.

11. Data; Communications; Recording; Consent

Customer requests on Network Sites may be shared with eligible Providers for quoting/scheduling. You consent to receive emails, calls, and SMS relating to your requests or account; message/data rates may apply; opt-out per provided instructions (e.g., reply STOP). Calls, messages, and in-app communications routed through the Platform may be recorded or retained where permitted by law. Our Privacy Policy describes additional data practices and is incorporated by reference.

12. Content; IP; Feedback; Use Restrictions

The Platform and all related IP are owned by Company or licensors. Company grants a limited, revocable, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use the Platform as intended. Provider grants Company a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to display Provider’s name, logo, service descriptions, photos, and ratings to market services on the Platform and Network Sites, and warrants rights to all submitted content. You grant Company a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use any feedback. You will not scrape, bulk export, reverse engineer, or use the Platform to build a competing marketplace, interfere with reviews/ratings, or circumvent the Platform for Shared Accounts.

13. Reviews; Directories; Advertising Disclosures

Network Sites may include advertorial content, directories, or sponsored profiles. Any listing or badge is marketing or sponsorship only and not a warranty, endorsement, or employment of a listed party.

14. Prohibited Conduct; Security; Access & Interference

No unlawful, abusive, infringing, deceptive, or harmful conduct. Do not impose unreasonable load on systems, bypass technical controls, inject malware, or interfere with operations. Company may rate-limit, geo-fence, or suspend access to protect the Platform.

15. Warranties; Disclaimers

THE PLATFORM AND ALL NETWORK SITES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE. COMPANY DOES NOT GUARANTEE LEAD VOLUME, CONTINUOUS ACCESS, JOB AVAILABILITY, OR ACCURACY/RECENCY OF LOCAL CONTENT OR PRICING ON NETWORK SITES.

16. Indemnification; Comparative Fault; Advancement

Provider will defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Company and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from third-party claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ and experts’ fees) arising from: (a) Provider services, acts, or omissions; (b) bodily injury or property damage; (c) worker misclassification or wage claims relating to Provider personnel; (d) taxes attributable to Provider; (e) diversion of Shared Accounts or breach of Section 7; (f) breach of these Terms, applicable law, or IP/publicity/privacy rights; or (g) inaccuracies in Provider-supplied content. Provider has no duty to indemnify to the extent a claim is finally determined to arise from Company’s sole negligence or willful misconduct. Otherwise, comparative fault applies, and Provider is responsible only for its attributable portion (including agents/subcontractors). For covered claims, Provider will advance defense costs as incurred, subject to reallocation. Company may tender defense; Provider will not settle any matter imposing non-monetary obligations on Company without Company’s prior written consent.

17. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COMPANY IS NOT LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES; LOST PROFITS; LOSS OF GOODWILL; OR LOSS/CORRUPTION OF DATA, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY. COMPANY’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE FEES COMPANY ACTUALLY RECEIVED FROM YOU IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM OR (B) ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100). CERTAIN STATES MAY NOT ALLOW SOME LIMITATIONS; SOME LIMITS MAY NOT APPLY.

18. Dispute Resolution — AAA Arbitration; Class Action & Jury Waiver; Forum Selection

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Platform (“Disputes”) shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules (and, where applicable, the Consumer-Related Disputes Supplement) then in effect, except as modified here. The Federal Arbitration Act governs interpretation and enforcement. YOU AND COMPANY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL OR TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS, COLLECTIVE, OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. The arbitrator may not consolidate claims of different persons without all parties’ written consent. The seat of arbitration is Travis County, Texas, unless otherwise required by applicable AAA consumer rules. Texas law (without regard to conflicts rules) governs, except the FAA governs arbitration. Either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in state or federal courts in Travis County, Texas to protect IP rights, Platform integrity, or to enforce Section 7. A single arbitrator (retired judge or Texas-licensed attorney) will preside. The arbitrator may direct a reasonable, expedited exchange of information. A written award with essential findings is required; judgment may be entered in any court with jurisdiction. AAA filing, administrative, and arbitrator fees will be allocated per AAA rules, subject to fee-shifting if required by law or as part of an award. If the class waiver is found unenforceable, this entire Section 18 is void as to the affected proceeding, and the dispute will proceed in court. This Section 18 survives termination.

19. Terms Hierarchy; Changes; Network-Wide Application

For Providers, these Terms control over inconsistent Network Site language. For Customers, Network-Site consumer booking terms control over inconsistent general consumer terms, solely to the extent of the conflict. We may update these Terms by posting a revised version with an updated “Last Updated” date; material changes may be announced via Platform notice or email. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. A consent or opt-in obtained on any Network Site applies across Company properties for operational communications related to a request or account.

20. Term; Suspension; Termination; Effect

Company may suspend or terminate access immediately for breach, legal risk, fraud, diversion, safety, capacity, or inactivity. Upon termination, provisions that by nature should survive (including Sections 7, 10–18, 22–23) survive. Company may retain records as permitted by law.

21. Force Majeure

Company is not liable for delay or failure due to events beyond reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes, utility/telecom failures, government action, war, civil disturbances, epidemics, extreme weather, or supplier failures.

22. Notices

Notices to Company must be sent to [email protected] with a copy to Local Landscaping Partners, LLC, Attn: Legal, 1120 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, TX 77058. Company may send notices to your email or via in-app notice.

23. Assignment; Severability; Entire Agreement; No Waiver

You may not assign these Terms without Company’s prior written consent; Company may assign to an affiliate or acquirer. No waiver is implied by delay or omission. If any provision is unenforceable, it shall be reformed and enforced to the maximum lawful extent; the remainder remains effective. These Terms (including incorporated policies) are the entire agreement between you and Company regarding the Platform.