Terms of service

Updated Terms of Service

American Mortar Company LLC Effective Date: 01/01/2026

Last Updated: 01/01/2026

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS & HAZARDOUS MATERIALS WARNING

By accessing, browsing, or using the American Mortar Company LLC website ("Site") or purchasing our products, you ("Customer," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use our Site or purchase our products.

WARNING: Mortar racks and related hardware are intended for use with explosive materials. By purchasing, you acknowledge the inherent dangers of pyrotechnics and agree to use our products at your own risk.

2. COMPANY INFORMATION

American Mortar Company ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") is a brand wholly owned and operated by KDBC LLC, an Indiana limited liability company with its principal place of business at 10081 Wicker Ave, Suite 105, Saint John, IN 46373. These Terms govern the relationship between you and American Mortar Company LLC regarding your use of our website and purchase of our products.

3. PRODUCT USE & USER RESPONSIBILITY

  • Safety Standards: Our racks are handcrafted tools. It is the user’s sole responsibility to ensure racks are used on level ground, properly secured/staked, and spaced according to industry safety standards.
  • Professional/Hobbyist Use: You represent that you possess the necessary knowledge and experience to safely operate pyrotechnic hardware.
  • Compliance with Law: You acknowledge that fireworks laws vary by state and county. You agree to comply with all federal (ATF), state, and local regulations regarding the use of mortars and HDPE hardware.

4. ORDERING AND PAYMENT

  • Order Process: All orders are subject to acceptance by American Mortar Company LLC. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason.
  • Payment Terms: Payment is due in full at the time of order. We accept major credit cards and other payment methods as displayed.
  • Order Modifications: Because our racks are built to order, orders cannot be modified or canceled once the assembly process has begun.

5. SHIPPING AND DELIVERY

  • Lead Times: Please allow for the 1-2 business day lead time for handcrafted assembly before your order is dispatched.
  • Risk of Loss: Risk of loss transfers to you upon delivery to the carrier (UPS).
  • Calculated Rates: Shipping costs are calculated via UPS Ground at checkout based on the weight and dimensional size of the hardware.
  • Address Accuracy: You are responsible for providing accurate shipping information. Undeliverable packages returned to our business address will incur additional shipping fees for re-delivery.

6. RETURNS AND REFUNDS (Strict Policy)

Returns and refunds are governed by our separate Refund Policy. We offer a 30-day return window for unused and unfired hardware. Please refer to our Refund Policy page for full details.

7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All brand-specific content on this Site, including but not limited to the American Mortar Company LLC name, our official logo, custom product descriptions, and original photography, is the property of American Mortar Company LLC. While we provide hardware for public use, you may not reproduce, redistribute, or use our brand name, logo, or website media for commercial purposes without express written permission.

8. DISCLAIMERS AND WARRANTIES ("AS IS")

THE SITE AND ALL PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" BASIS. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT OUR HARDWARE WILL PREVENT INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SHELL MALFUNCTION (E.G., "FLOWERPOT" OR "BURST IN TUBE").

9. ATTORNEY FEES

In the event of a default by the customer in the performance of any of the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the Servicer shall be entitled to reimbursement of any and all legal expenses including but not limited to, attorney's fees, filing fees, and any other costs associated with any actions taken by the Servicer to enforce this Agreement. In addition, the Servicer shall be entitled to any and all other remedies allowed by law. 

10. LEGAL CONSTRUCTION 

In case of any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall for any reason be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, such validity, illegality, or unenforceable shall not affect any other provision thereof and this Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had ever been contained herin. 

11. MERGER CLAUSE

This instrument constitutes the entire agreement between the Customer and the Servicer. Any prior written agreements, representations or promises and any prior subsequent oral modifications, communications, or advice from any source shall be no force or effect. 

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY & INDEMNIFICATION

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, AMERICAN MORTAR COMPANY LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR DEATH ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE, OR FAILURE OF OUR PRODUCTS. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless American Mortar Company LLC, its officers, and employees from any and all claims, damages, losses, and legal expenses (including attorney fees) arising out of your use of our products or violation of these Terms. You assume 100% of the risk associated with the discharge of fireworks in proximity to our hardware.

13. GOVERNING LAW AND SEVERABILITY

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Indiana. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Lake County, Indiana. If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

American Mortar Company (A division of KDBC LLC)

10081 Wicker Ave, Suite 105

Saint John, IN 46373

Email: contact@americanmortarco.com

Phone: 219-200-4170