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SMS Terms

Terms for the Mortelo Home Notes text program from Mortelo: message types, frequency, STOP and HELP, carrier disclaimer, and privacy.

Effective October 30, 2026 · last updated October 30, 2026

Quick summary: Program: Mortelo Home Notes. Message frequency varies (up to about 8 msgs/month). Msg & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase.

1Program name and description

The text-message program is called Mortelo Home Notes (the "Program"). It is operated by Mortelo, a brand of The Nelson M Group LLC. If you opt in, we send recurring automated text messages to the mobile number you provided with educational information about home improvement, confirmations and service messages, and (only if you separately agree) promotional announcements about new guides and resources.

Mortelo is not a contractor, remodeler, home-services marketplace, lender, insurer, or licensed professional. Choosing whether and how to do a project is your own decision.

2How to opt in

You can join by completing the form on our Get Started or SMS Notifications page and checking one or both of the separate, unchecked consent boxes: (1) informational texts, and (2) promotional texts. You can also text START to join at 866-433-0737. We then send a welcome text that says “Text START to join” the program. Message and data rates may apply and message frequency may vary. You are never required to agree to receive text messages in order to use the Services or to buy anything. Consent is not a condition of purchase.

3Types of messages and examples

  • Informational: confirmation of your request, educational information about home improvement, reminders about topics you asked about, and service notices.
  • Promotional: announcements about new guides, checklists, and Mortelo news (only if you opted in to promotional texts).
TypeExample
Welcome / opt-in confirmation (sent right after you opt in)“Mortelo: Text START to join Mortelo Home Notes and get plain-language information about home improvement, remodeling and repair basics. Msg freq may vary (up to 8/mo). Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to opt out. Terms: mortelo.com/sms-terms.html”
Informational message“Mortelo: Thanks for your request. Our plain-language guide to planning a kitchen remodel is here: mortelo.com/planning-a-kitchen-remodel.html Mortelo is not a contractor or marketplace and does not give quotes. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help.”
Promotional message (only if you also opted in to promotional texts)“Mortelo: New on the site: a short guide to choosing paint and finishes. Read it at mortelo.com/paint-and-finish-guide.html Msg & data rates may apply. Msg freq varies. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help.”
Help reply (sent when you text HELP)“Mortelo: For help email [email protected] or call 888-804-9145. Msg frequency varies. Msg&data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out.”

We never ask you to reply with Social Security numbers, bank or card details, insurance claim numbers, or other sensitive details by text.

4Message frequency

Message frequency varies depending on the topics you chose and the guides we publish. Most subscribers receive no more than about 8 messages per month. You may receive additional messages when you reply to us or request information.

5Costs

The Program is free from Mortelo, but message and data rates may apply according to your mobile plan. Contact your carrier for details.

6How to opt out (STOP)

You can cancel at any time. Reply STOP to any message (you may also use STOPALL, UNSUBSCRIBE, CANCEL, END, or QUIT). We will send a one-time confirmation that you have been unsubscribed and send no further messages unless you opt in again. If you opted in to both types of texts, STOP ends both. You can also email us at [email protected].

7How to get help (HELP)

Reply HELP to any message for help, or contact us at [email protected] or 888-804-9145.

8Opting back in

If you stopped messages and want to rejoin, reply START to a previous Mortelo message or complete the opt-in form again.

9Supported carriers and carrier disclaimer

The Program is available on most major U.S. wireless carriers, including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless, and many regional carriers. Carriers and their affiliates are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message delivery is subject to effective transmission from your carrier and your device's capabilities and coverage. Mortelo does not guarantee that every message will be delivered or delivered on time. The Program is for U.S. numbers only.

10Privacy and mobile information

We respect your privacy. No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text-messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties. We may share information with service providers (such as our SMS platform and carriers) solely to deliver the messages and operate the Program. See our Privacy Policy.

11Your responsibilities

You confirm that you are the subscriber or customary user of the mobile number you provide and are authorized to consent to messages on it. Please tell us if your number changes. Text messages are not encrypted, so please do not include sensitive personal or financial information in replies.

12Limitation of liability and disputes

The disclaimers, limitation of liability, and dispute-resolution provisions (including arbitration and class-action waiver) in our Terms & Conditions apply to the Program. To the extent permitted by law, Mortelo, The Nelson M Group LLC, and our service providers are not liable for any delay, failure, or misdelivery of messages, or for any damages resulting from messages sent in accordance with your consent.

13Changes to these SMS Terms

We may modify these SMS Terms. We will post updates with a new "Last updated" date, and where required we will request your renewed consent.

14Contact

Mortelo, a brand of The Nelson M Group LLC
Mail: 14210 Culver Drive, Irvine, CA 92604
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 888-804-9145
Text line: 866-433-0737
Online: contact form
By text: reply HELP to any Mortelo message