Terms and Conditions — Washington Appraisal

1. Introduction

Welcome to Washington Appraisal.

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website (https://www.washingtonappraisal.com/) and your engagement with our services, including appraisals, consulting, and related communications.

By accessing this website or requesting our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue using the website immediately.

2. Business Identity

Washington Appraisal is a licensed, independent real estate appraisal firm providing services in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland.

All appraisals are performed by certified professionals in accordance with USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) and applicable state regulations.

3. Scope of Services

Washington Appraisal provides:

• Residential Appraisals
• Commercial Appraisals
• Estate and Probate Appraisals
• Divorce and Property Division Appraisals
• Property Tax Appeal Appraisals
• Appraisal Consulting
• Trust and Financial Planning Appraisals
  
  

Each engagement is governed by a written service agreement or order confirmation specifying the scope, purpose, intended users, and delivery expectations.

We do not provide legal, financial, or investment advice and are not responsible for decisions made by clients or third parties based on the appraisal report.

4. Use of Website

You may use this website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any manner that could damage or disable it;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or related systems;
• Copy, scrape, or redistribute content without written permission;
• Submit false, misleading, or incomplete information through contact forms.
  
  

We reserve the right to restrict access, remove content, or terminate use without prior notice if misuse is detected.

5. Quotes, Pricing, and Turnaround

Quotes are provided based on preliminary information shared by the client and may change upon full review of property details or scope adjustments.

Unless otherwise stated:

• Most appraisal reports are delivered within 1–3 business days, however, complex cases can take longer.
• Turnaround times begin once inspection access, payment, and all necessary details are received.
• For a specific estimate, please call or text +1 (202) 956-4443.
  
  

All fees are quoted in USD and are due prior to report delivery unless otherwise agreed in writing.

6. Professional Standards

All appraisal and consulting assignments follow:

• USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice)
• Relevant state licensing laws and federal regulations
• Independence and neutrality requirements (no contingency-based opinions)
  
  

Washington Appraisal maintains complete independence in its analyses, conclusions, and opinions.
We do not adjust results to favor any party or predetermined outcome.

7. Confidentiality and Data Protection

Client data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
We protect personal information through secure storage and limited internal access.
Reports and client information are shared only with intended users as defined in the appraisal engagement.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• Washington Appraisal shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of this website or our reports.
• Our liability in any claim related to appraisal or consulting services shall not exceed the total fees paid for that specific assignment.
• We are not responsible for decisions made by third parties based on our reports, nor for post-valuation changes in market conditions.
  
  

9. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, images, graphics, logos, and layout—is the intellectual property of Washington Appraisal.

Reproduction, modification, or distribution without written consent is prohibited.

You may download or print content for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you do not alter or remove copyright notices.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party websites for information or citation purposes.

Washington Appraisal is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or policies of those sites.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and all disputes arising under them are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the District of Columbia, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any dispute shall be resolved in the courts located in Washington, D.C.

12. Modifications

We may revise these Terms at any time.

Changes become effective upon posting on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Please review this page periodically for updates.

13. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact:

Washington Appraisal
650 Massachusetts Ave NW, Suite 600
Washington, DC 20001
📞 +1 (202) 956-4443
📧 service@washingtonappraisal.com