These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern access to and use of the website https://www.xe-eng.comand the services provided by XE Engineering Inc. (“XE Engineering”, “XE”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).

By accessing this website, purchasing design plans, requesting engineering services, or otherwise using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Company Information

XE Engineering Inc.
Structural & Civil Engineering Services
Cupertino, California, USA
Email: info@xe-eng.com
Phone: (408) 827-5815
Website: https://www.xe-eng.com

2. Services

XE Engineering provides professional engineering, design, and consulting services for residential, commercial, and public projects.

Services available through this website may include:

structural engineering and building design
residential and ADU design services
foundation and earth-retention engineering
seismic evaluation and structural rehabilitation
project management and construction support
BIM modeling and digital design coordination
consulting services for federal and public infrastructure projects

Descriptions provided on the website are informational and may be updated as services evolve.

3. Digital Plan Store and Design Packages

The website may offer pre-designed architectural and structural plan packages including:

ADU plans
residential house plans
structural design packages
permit documentation packages

All plans are provided under a limited license agreement. Purchasing a plan grants the buyer:

a non-exclusive license
for one single construction project
at one physical location

Plans may not be:

resold
redistributed
reproduced for commercial sale
used for multiple constructions without additional licensing

All intellectual property remains the property of XE Engineering Inc.

4. Professional Engineering Services

Some services offered through the website involve professional engineering. Where professional engineering services are required:

work may require site-specific information
project conditions may require additional analysis or modifications
certain deliverables may require review or issuance by engineers licensed in the applicable jurisdiction

Custom engineering services may require a separate written agreement prior to the start of work.

5. Permit Approval and Construction Responsibility

Engineering drawings and design documents are prepared to support construction and permit review; however:

final permit approval is determined by the local authority having jurisdiction
site conditions may require modifications to design documents
construction means, methods, and safety remain the responsibility of the contractor

XE Engineering does not guarantee permit approval unless explicitly stated in a written agreement.

6. Collaboration with Other Professionals

Projects may require coordination with other licensed professionals including architects, geotechnical engineers, and specialty engineering consultants. Where necessary, XE Engineering may coordinate with qualified partners to complete project requirements.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website is protected by intellectual property laws, including:

engineering drawings
design calculations
architectural plans
images and renderings
website content and graphics
digital tools and models

All rights remain the property of XE Engineering Inc. unless explicitly licensed. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use is prohibited.

8. Image and Rendering Licensing

Images and architectural renderings displayed on the website are provided for illustrative purposes. Unless otherwise stated:

Images may not be copied, redistributed, or used for commercial purposes without written authorization.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, XE Engineering shall not be liable for:

indirect or consequential damages
project delays or financial losses
construction errors performed by third parties
misuse of engineering plans or documents

Construction must be performed by qualified professionals in accordance with applicable building regulations.

10. Website Use

Users agree not to:

attempt unauthorized access to website systems
reproduce proprietary content
interfere with website functionality
misuse digital products or engineering materials

XE Engineering reserves the right to restrict access for violations of these Terms.

11. Payments and Refunds

Digital design plans are non-refundable once delivered, due to the nature of digital intellectual property. Custom engineering services may follow separate payment and cancellation terms defined in written agreements.

12. Third-Party Services

The website may integrate third-party services including payment processors, cloud hosting platforms, mapping services, and analytics tools. XE Engineering is not responsible for the policies or performance of third-party providers.

13. Privacy

User information submitted through the website may be used to respond to inquiries, deliver services, and manage customer relationships. Use of the website is also subject to our Privacy Policy.

14. Modifications to Terms

XE Engineering may update these Terms periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, United States.

16. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms:
XE Engineering Inc.
Email: info@xe-eng.com
Phone: (408) 827-5815
Website: https://www.xe-eng.com