Gary N. Smith | SafeHome Inspections
Last Updated: October 22, 2026
Introduction
Your privacy matters to me. This policy explains how I collect, use, store, and share information when you visit garynsmith.net, request inspection or consulting services, or use the resources available through my website.
My goal is to provide useful information and professional services while treating your personal information with care.
Information I Collect
When you contact me, schedule an inspection, submit a form, or request services, I may collect your name, email address, telephone number, property address, and other information necessary to provide the requested service.
Inspection reports may contain photographs, property descriptions, inspection findings, and information supplied by clients, property owners, or their representatives.
My website may also collect limited technical information, such as browser type, IP address, and website activity, through cookies, security tools, and analytics services.
How I Use Your Information
I use collected information to communicate with clients, schedule and perform inspections, prepare and deliver reports, process payments, respond to inquiries, maintain business records, and provide access to inspection-related resources.
I may also use information to maintain website security, troubleshoot technical problems, and improve my services.
Inspection Reports and Client Resources
Inspection reports and related materials may be delivered through ScribeWare and associated website resources, including the Advanced Inspection Summary.
Clients may use these resources to review findings, prepare repair lists, and download or receive supporting documents.
These resources may allow information to be accessed through unique links. Recipients should treat inspection report links and saved personal lists as private and share them only with appropriate parties.
Email Communications
My website uses an email delivery service to send messages, notifications, and requested information. Google Gmail and WP Mail SMTP may be used to support these communications.
Information necessary to deliver these messages may be processed by the services involved.
Payments
Payments may be processed through third-party payment providers. Those providers handle payment information according to their own security practices and privacy policies.
I do not intentionally collect payment card information through ordinary website contact forms.
Sharing Information
I may share information with service providers necessary to operate my business, including inspection software providers, website hosting companies, email delivery services, and payment processors.
Inspection information may also be shared with clients and other parties authorized to receive it.
I do not sell client contact information or inspection reports to advertisers.
Information may be disclosed when legally required or reasonably necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of clients, other individuals, or my business.
Cookies and Website Analytics
My website may use cookies and similar technologies for essential website functions, preferences, security, and traffic analysis.
Where available, visitors can adjust cookie preferences through the website’s consent controls. Browser settings may also allow visitors to restrict or delete cookies.
Data Retention and Security
I retain business and inspection records for periods appropriate to legitimate business needs, contractual responsibilities, and applicable legal requirements.
I use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect information. However, no internet-based system can guarantee complete security.
Your Privacy Choices
You may contact me to request information about personal data associated with your use of my services, ask that inaccurate information be corrected, or request deletion when legally and operationally permissible.
Certain records may need to be retained for legal, professional, contractual, or business purposes.
Third-Party Websites
My website may link to other websites and services. Those websites operate under their own privacy policies, and I am not responsible for their content or privacy pr