Last Updated: August 26, 2026
AGREEMENT TO TERMS
By requesting, scheduling, approving, or receiving services from Hound Dog Mobile Services ("we," "us," or "our"), you ("customer," "you," or "your") agree to these Terms and Conditions.
These terms apply to mobile welding, handyman services, RV technician services, RV inspections, and other services provided by Hound Dog Mobile Services.
Please review these Terms and Conditions before scheduling or authorizing work.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Hound Dog Mobile Services
Owner/Operator: Clifford A. Sims
Phone/Text: 660-869-8477
Location: Urich, Missouri
Website: HoundDogServices.com
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1. SERVICES PROVIDED
1.1 Mobile Welding Services
Hound Dog Mobile Services provides mobile welding and repair services that may include:
* Farm equipment repairs
* Trailer repairs
* Gates and fencing
* Metal repairs
* Structural repairs within our capabilities
* Equipment repairs
* Custom fabrication
* General mobile welding
* Other welding projects approved before service
Some welding projects may require specialized equipment, materials, shop facilities, engineering, permits, or certifications beyond the scope of mobile service.
We reserve the right to decline work that cannot be completed safely or appropriately in a mobile setting.
1.2 Handyman Services
Handyman services may include:
* General home and property repairs
* Minor carpentry
* Door and hardware repairs
* Drywall patching and minor repair
* Fixture installation
* TV mounting
* Deck and fence repairs
* Property maintenance
* Assembly
* Minor installations
* Other general repair or maintenance projects
Certain work requiring specialized professional licensing, permits, or services outside our capabilities may not be performed.
1.3 Mobile RV Technician Services
Mobile RV services may include:
* Electrical troubleshooting
* Plumbing repairs
* Appliance diagnostics
* Air conditioner and heat pump service
* Water heater service
* RV refrigerator diagnostics
* Exterior system repairs
* Roof and seal inspections
* Slide-out troubleshooting
* Battery and solar system diagnostics
* Preventative maintenance
* General RV troubleshooting and repair
Some RV repairs may require specialized equipment, extensive disassembly, dealer-level programming, manufacturer authorization, or shop-based service.
1.4 RV Inspection Services
RV inspection services may include:
* Pre-purchase inspections
* Pre-sale inspections
* General condition inspections
* System testing
* Visual inspection of accessible components
* Photo documentation
* Inspection reports
* Other inspection services agreed upon before the appointment
The exact scope of an inspection will depend on the inspection package or services purchased.
1.5 Mobile Service Area
Hound Dog Mobile Services is based in Urich, Missouri and provides mobile services throughout Urich and surrounding Missouri communities.
Availability depends on:
* Customer location
* Type of service
* Travel time
* Technician availability
* Road and weather conditions
* Project requirements
Services outside our normal operating area may be available at our discretion and may require additional travel, mileage, lodging, or other expenses.
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2. PRICING AND PAYMENT
2.1 Handyman Services
Unless otherwise quoted:
Free Quotes/Estimates
Labor Rate: Per Job
Parts, materials, supplies, specialty equipment, disposal fees, and other project expenses are additional unless specifically included in a written quote.
2.2 Mobile Welding Services
Unless otherwise quoted:
Shop Rate: $75 Per Hour
Mobile Labor Rate: $100 per hour
Welding materials, steel, consumables, specialty equipment, replacement components, and other materials are additional unless included in the quote.
2.3 Mobile RV Technician Services
Unless otherwise quoted:
Mobile Service Fee: $100
Labor Rate: $150 per hour
Parts, materials, supplies, specialty equipment, and other expenses are additional.
Travel or mileage charges apply after 45 miles depending on the service location.
Standard RV travel beyond the included travel allowance may be billed at $2.50 per mile.
Emergency RV service travel may be billed at $3.00 per mile.
Applicable travel charges will be communicated before service whenever reasonably possible.
2.4 RV Inspection Services
RV inspection services may be billed at:
$200 per hour or a set rate per Inspection.
Travel for RV inspections may be billed separately, including mileage based on the technician's location and the inspection destination.
When applicable, inspection travel may be billed at $4.00 per mile.
Additional travel expenses, including lodging, tolls, parking, or other reasonable travel costs, may apply to long-distance inspections and will be disclosed as part of the quote.
2.5 Estimates and Quotes
Quotes and estimates are prepared in good faith based on the information available at the time.
Customers are encouraged to provide:
* Photos
* Videos
* Equipment information
* RV information
* A detailed description of the problem
* Service location
* Any known repair history
An estimate is not a guarantee of the final cost unless expressly identified as a fixed-price quote.
Additional problems discovered after work begins may result in additional labor, materials, or service charges.
When practical, we will notify the customer before performing work that materially increases the expected cost.
2.6 Diagnostic Time
Troubleshooting and diagnostic work requires technician time and is considered billable labor unless specifically stated otherwise.
Payment for diagnostic work does not guarantee that a repair can be completed during the same visit.
2.7 Parts and Materials
Parts, materials, supplies, and consumables are billed separately unless specifically included in the quoted price.
A deposit or advance payment may be required before ordering parts, materials, or custom components.
Special-order items may be non-refundable.
2.8 Payment
Unless other arrangements are approved in advance:
**Payment is due upon completion of service.**
Accepted payment methods may vary and will be communicated to the customer.
Any outstanding balance remains the responsibility of the customer who authorized the work.
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3. CANCELLATIONS AND RESCHEDULING
Customers should provide as much notice as possible when cancelling or rescheduling an appointment.
Appointments cancelled with insufficient notice may be subject to a cancellation charge, service fee, travel expense, or other costs already incurred in preparation for the appointment.
Special-order parts, non-refundable travel reservations, materials purchased specifically for the job, or other committed expenses remain the customer's responsibility.
Hound Dog Mobile Services may reschedule an appointment due to:
* Severe weather
* Unsafe work conditions
* Road conditions
* Emergency calls
* Illness
* Equipment problems
* Delays from previous appointments
* Other circumstances outside our reasonable control
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4. WORKMANSHIP AND PARTS
4.1 Workmanship
Hound Dog Mobile Services stands behind the quality of work performed.
If you believe there is an issue directly related to our workmanship, contact us promptly at 660-869-8477 so we can evaluate the concern.
Any workmanship coverage applies only to the specific work originally performed and does not cover unrelated failures, new damage, normal deterioration, or subsequent work performed by another person.
4.2 Parts and Components
Replacement parts and components may be covered by warranties provided by their respective manufacturers or suppliers.
Hound Dog Mobile Services does not control manufacturer warranty policies and cannot guarantee approval of a manufacturer warranty claim.
4.3 Exclusions
Workmanship or service guarantees do not apply to issues caused by:
* Normal wear and tear
* Accidents
* Misuse or abuse
* Neglect
* Improper maintenance
* Pre-existing damage
* Corrosion
* Rust
* Water intrusion
* Deteriorated materials
* Manufacturer defects
* Customer-supplied parts
* Work performed by another person after our service
* Unauthorized modifications
* Failure to follow repair or maintenance recommendations
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5. SERVICE LIMITATIONS
Mobile service has limitations.
Certain repairs may require:
* Specialized shop equipment
* Vehicle lifts
* Manufacturer diagnostic systems
* Engineering services
* Permits
* Specialized licensing
* Extensive disassembly
* Additional technicians
* Dealer or manufacturer service
Hound Dog Mobile Services reserves the right to stop or decline work when continuing would be unsafe, inappropriate, outside our scope, or likely to cause unreasonable damage.
If additional problems are discovered, we may recommend another qualified service provider, dealer, manufacturer, contractor, engineer, or repair facility.
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6. PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS
Many of the items we service are used, aged, damaged, weathered, modified, corroded, or previously repaired.
The customer acknowledges that attempting to repair or remove deteriorated components can reveal or worsen existing damage.
Examples include:
* Rusted fasteners
* Brittle wiring
* Corroded plumbing
* Rotten wood
* Water-damaged materials
* Aged sealants
* Cracked fittings
* Previously modified electrical systems
* Improper previous repairs
Hound Dog Mobile Services is not responsible for pre-existing conditions or deterioration that becomes apparent during reasonable repair efforts.
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7. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
The customer agrees to provide a reasonably safe and accessible work environment.
Customers are responsible for:
* Providing accurate service information
* Providing access to the work area
* Ensuring sufficient space for mobile service
* Securing pets
* Keeping children and bystanders away from active work areas
* Identifying known hazards
* Removing fragile or valuable property when appropriate
* Disclosing known previous repairs or modifications
* Providing accurate RV, trailer, equipment, or property information
* Obtaining property owner approval when the customer does not own the service location
* Obtaining campground, storage facility, HOA, landlord, or other necessary permission for mobile work
The technician may stop work when conditions become unsafe.
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8. AUTHORIZATION TO PERFORM WORK
By approving service, the customer represents that they:
* Own the property, RV, trailer, equipment, or item being serviced, or
* Have authority from the owner to authorize the work
The customer also represents that they have authority to approve charges related to the service.
Approval may be provided verbally, electronically, by text message, through an online booking or quote system, by signing an agreement, or through another reasonable method.
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9. RV INSPECTION DISCLAIMER
9.1 Nature of an RV Inspection
An RV inspection is an assessment of the condition of accessible components and systems at the time the inspection is performed.
An inspection is not a warranty, guarantee, insurance policy, or prediction of future performance.
9.2 Inspection Limitations
RV inspections may not reveal:
* Hidden defects
* Intermittent failures
* Problems concealed by walls, flooring, cabinetry, insulation, or other components
* Future mechanical failures
* Conditions that develop after the inspection
* Defects that require destructive testing
* Components that cannot be safely accessed
* Systems that cannot be operated during the inspection
Components requiring disassembly are generally outside the scope of a standard inspection unless specifically agreed upon.
9.3 Operational Conditions
Some systems cannot be fully evaluated without appropriate conditions or utilities.
Inspection limitations may occur when:
* Shore power is unavailable
* Water is unavailable
* Propane is unavailable
* Batteries are discharged
* Tanks cannot be operated
* Generator operation is restricted
* Weather prevents testing
* The RV cannot be moved
* Components are inaccessible
These limitations may be documented in the inspection report.
9.4 Purchase Decisions
Inspection findings are provided for informational purposes.
The customer is solely responsible for deciding to purchase, sell, repair, negotiate, finance, insure, or otherwise proceed with an RV transaction.
Hound Dog Mobile Services does not guarantee the future condition, value, reliability, safety, or suitability of an RV.
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10. WELDING SERVICE DISCLAIMER
Welding repairs are performed based on the condition of accessible materials and the information available at the time of service.
Existing metal fatigue, corrosion, cracking, previous welds, improper modifications, hidden structural damage, or weakened surrounding material can affect the durability of a repair.
Hound Dog Mobile Services may decline welding that we determine cannot be completed safely or responsibly in a mobile environment.
Structural, engineered, certified, code-regulated, or safety-critical welding may require additional professional evaluation or documentation.
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11. HANDYMAN SERVICE DISCLAIMER
Handyman services are limited to work that can legally and safely be performed within the scope of the business.
Projects requiring licensed electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural engineering, permitting, or another specialized trade may be declined or referred to an appropriately licensed professional.
The customer is responsible for notifying us about any known concealed utilities, wiring, plumbing, structural concerns, or hazards before work begins.
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12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Hound Dog Mobile Services will not be responsible for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from services provided.
This may include:
* Lost travel time
* Missed reservations
* Campground expenses
* Lost profits
* Lost use
* Delayed trips
* Towing expenses
* Hotel expenses
* Rental expenses
* Transportation expenses
We are not responsible for failures or damage unrelated to the work performed.
Nothing in these Terms and Conditions is intended to waive any rights or responsibilities that cannot legally be waived under applicable law.
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13. PHOTOS AND DOCUMENTATION
Hound Dog Mobile Services may photograph or document equipment, RV systems, repairs, damage, work areas, or completed work for:
* Service documentation
* Estimates
* Inspection reports
* Warranty matters
* Business records
* Dispute resolution
Customer personal information will be handled according to our Privacy Policy.
Photos used publicly for marketing purposes should not intentionally disclose private customer information.
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14. TEXT MESSAGE COMMUNICATION
Text messaging is a primary method of communication for Hound Dog Mobile Services.
By providing a mobile telephone number or initiating a text conversation, customers agree to receive service-related text messages regarding:
* Quotes
* Scheduling
* Appointment confirmations
* Arrival updates
* Service questions
* Repair approvals
* Photos
* Invoices
* Follow-up communication
Message and data rates may apply.
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15. THIRD-PARTY PARTS AND SERVICES
Hound Dog Mobile Services may use or recommend third-party:
* Parts
* Manufacturers
* Suppliers
* Payment processors
* Scheduling platforms
* Dealers
* Specialty contractors
* Service providers
We are not responsible for the actions, policies, defects, delays, or performance of independent third parties.
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6. WEATHER AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Because much of our work is performed outdoors or at customer locations, appointments may be affected by:
* Rain
* Snow
* Ice
* Extreme temperatures
* High winds
* Lightning
* Unsafe surfaces
* Poor lighting
* Road conditions
* Other environmental hazards
We reserve the right to stop or reschedule work when conditions are unsafe.
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17. PRIVACY
Customer information is handled according to the Hound Dog Mobile Services Privacy Policy.
Information may be used for:
* Scheduling
* Providing services
* Maintaining service records
* Processing payments
* Responding to customer inquiries
* Communicating regarding work performed
Hound Dog Mobile Services does not sell customer personal information for marketing purposes.
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18. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Good Faith Resolution
If you have a concern regarding a service, charge, repair, inspection, or other matter, please contact Hound Dog Mobile Services first so we have an opportunity to address the issue.
Phone/Text: 660-869-8477
Both parties agree to make a good-faith effort to resolve disputes through direct communication before pursuing formal legal remedies.
Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the applicable laws of the State of Missouri, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Any legal action concerning these Terms and Conditions will be handled in an appropriate court with jurisdiction under Missouri law unless otherwise required by applicable law.
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19. INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by applicable law, the customer agrees to indemnify and hold Hound Dog Mobile Services harmless from claims, losses, damages, or expenses resulting from:
* Misuse after service
* Failure to follow safety recommendations
* Failure to disclose known hazards or conditions
* Unauthorized modifications
* Repairs performed by other persons
* Providing inaccurate information
* Using repaired equipment in a manner inconsistent with its intended purpose
This provision does not apply to liabilities that cannot legally be excluded.
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20. FORCE MAJEURE
Hound Dog Mobile Services is not responsible for delays or inability to provide services caused by events reasonably outside our control, including:
* Severe weather
* Natural disasters
* Road closures
* Government actions
* Supply shortages
* Manufacturer delays
* Parts shortages
* Illness
* Equipment failure
* Emergencies
We will make reasonable efforts to communicate delays and reschedule services when appropriate.
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21. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
We may revise these Terms and Conditions as our services, pricing, policies, or legal requirements change.
The current version will be posted on our website with an updated revision date.
Terms applicable to a particular service will generally be those in effect when the service is authorized, subject to any separate written service agreement.
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22. SEVERABILITY
If any portion of these Terms and Conditions is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to apply to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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23. NO WAIVER
Failure by Hound Dog Mobile Services to enforce a provision of these Terms and Conditions does not constitute a permanent waiver of that provision.
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24. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms and Conditions, together with any applicable:
* Estimate
* Quote
* Invoice
* Inspection agreement
* Work authorization
* Written service agreement
* Privacy Policy
constitute the agreement governing the applicable services.
If a separately signed written agreement contains terms that conflict with these general Terms and Conditions, the signed agreement will control for that particular service.
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25. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By scheduling, approving, or receiving services from Hound Dog Mobile Services, you acknowledge that:
* You have had the opportunity to review these Terms and Conditions
* You agree to the terms applicable to your service
* You understand that estimates may change when additional problems are discovered
* You understand the limitations of mobile repair and inspection services
* You authorize the services you approve
* You accept responsibility for charges associated with authorized services
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QUESTIONS ABOUT THESE TERMS?
Contact:
Hound Dog Mobile Services
Clifford A. Sims, Owner/Operator
Urich, Missouri
TEXT OR CALL: 660-869-8477
HoundDogServices.com
We're committed to straightforward communication, dependable service, and treating our customers fairly. If you have questions about a quote, service, inspection, invoice, or these Terms and Conditions, contact Hound Dog before service so we can address them.
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING HOUND DOG MOBILE SERVICES
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Effective Date: August 26, 2026