Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern the sale and delivery of ready-mix concrete by Blue Dot Readi-Mix LLC (“Seller”) to the purchaser (“Buyer”). By placing an order with Seller, Buyer agrees to be bound by these Terms.
1. DEFINITIONS
a) “Seller” refers to Blue Dot Readi-Mix LLC, the company providing the concrete.
b) “Buyer” refers to the company or individual purchasing the concrete.
c) “Concrete” refers to the specific type and mix of concrete as agreed upon by both parties in the order confirmation.
d) “Delivery Site” refers to the location where the concrete will be delivered.
2. ORDER AND ACCEPTANCE
a) The Buyer shall place an order specifying the type, quantity, and delivery date of the concrete.
b) The Seller shall confirm acceptance of the order in writing, including the price and any additional charges.
c) Seller may refuse to make shipments that would cause the Buyer's account to exceed the established credit limit. However, if shipments are made that cause the Buyer’s credit limit to be exceeded, Buyer agrees to pay for said shipments as if the credit limit was increased accordingly.
d) The Seller reserves the right to modify its credit policies at its discretion.
e) By accepting an open line of credit, the Buyer agrees to abide by the Seller's credit terms and policies.
f) The Seller may terminate credit at any time at its sole discretion.
g) All terms and conditions in the Material Quote, Credit Application, and this document are incorporated and binding.
3. PRICE AND PAYMENT
a) The price of the concrete shall be as agreed upon in the order confirmation.
b) Payment terms are Net 15 days from the date of invoice unless otherwise specified in the order confirmation.
c) Additional charges, such as delivery fees and taxes, may be added to the quoted price, and will be set forth in the invoice.
d) A service charge of 1.5% per month (18% annually) may be applied to past-due accounts.
e) A $35.00 handling fee will be assessed for returned checks marked NSF or "Account Closed".
f) The Buyer represents that the financial information provided is accurate and was submitted to obtain credit from the Seller.
g) In the event of non-payment and subsequent collection or legal action, the Buyer agrees to pay all collection and legal costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees.
h) The Seller reserves the right to charge for wait times exceeding 30 minutes at the Delivery Site.
4. DELIVERY, ACCESS, AND JOBSITE CONDITIONS
a) The Buyer shall ensure the Delivery Site is accessible and prepared for concrete delivery.
b) Any delays or changes to the delivery schedule shall be communicated promptly by both parties.
c) The Buyer or their agent is responsible for providing safe access for the Seller's trucks from the road to the point of delivery on private property.
d) If delivery is requested beyond the curb line, the Buyer assumes all liability for any damage to sidewalks, driveways, or other property and agrees to indemnify the Seller against any related claims, losses, or expenses.
e) Buyer is responsible for any damage caused by Seller when Buyer is assisting Seller to a location on the jobsite for delivery
f) Concrete is produced specifically for each order. Once an order has been released for batching or mixing at the plant, it may not be cancelled. Any attempted cancellation after this point will be treated as a delivered order and billed accordingly.
5. ACCEPTANCE AND INSPECTION
a) Upon delivery, the Buyer shall have the opportunity to inspect the concrete for quality and quantity.
b) Any discrepancies or defects shall be reported to the Seller immediately.
c) Acceptance of the concrete shall be deemed to have occurred upon completion of the inspection.
6. CONCRETE QUALITY & LIABILITY
a) When the compressive strength of the concrete is guaranteed by the Seller, the mix proportions will be determined by the Seller to meet the applicable requirements when tested according to current ASTM specifications. Quoted strengths are based on a maximum 4-inch slump unless otherwise specified in advance by the Buyer, and Buyer is responsible for observing the viscosity of each load and conducting a slump test on each load of concrete prior to acceptance thereof.
b) The Seller is not responsible for the slump, strength, or quality of any concrete altered by the addition of water or other materials by the Buyer or at the Buyer’s request.
c) The Seller has no control over the placement or handling of concrete after unloading and does not guarantee the finished work. The Seller's liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the materials in question.
d) NOTICE: The specified concrete strength is based on a slump of 3 to 5 inches or as per the approved mix design when tested according to ASTM C-94.
e) The Buyer is responsible for complying with ACI 305A and ACI 306 requirements.
7. LIABILITY AND WARRANTY
a) The Seller warrants that the concrete shall conform to the specifications agreed upon in the order.
b) The Seller's liability is limited to replacing defective concrete or refunding the purchase price.
c) The Buyer shall notify the Seller in advance of any changes in business structure or ownership via certified or registered mail with return receipt requested. These terms extend to any new entity or persons.
d) THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH HEREIN SHALL CONSTITUTE THE ONLY WARRANTIES APPLICABLE TO THE PRODUCT. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, SELLER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE IN ANY WAY FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INSTALLATION OF THE PRODUCT, AND IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LIQUIDATED DAMAGES OR DELAY DAMAGES.
8. TERMINATION
a) In the event of termination, the Buyer shall be responsible for any concrete already delivered or in production.
9. FORCE MAJEURE
a) Neither party shall be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations due to events beyond its reasonable control, such as natural disasters, strikes, or government actions.
10. GOVERNING LAW
a) This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina.
11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND VENUE
a) Any dispute shall be resolved through litigation in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, or in a court of competent jurisdiction in the County and State where the concrete was poured.
12. Contact Information
Blue Dot Readi-Mix LLC
Address: 13315 Jomac Drive, Charlotte, NC 28227
Phone: (704) 971-7676
Email: info@bluedotreadimix.com
Web: http://www.bluedotreadimix.com
