| Serial Number | 99044776 |
| Word Mark | CERTIFLOOR |
| Filing Date | Monday, February 17, 2025 |
| Status | 661 - RESPONSE AFTER NON-FINAL ACTION - ENTERED |
| Status Date | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 |
| Registration Number | 0000000 |
| Registration Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Mark Drawing | 4 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form |
| Published for Opposition Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Goods and Services | Consultancy services relating to building construction, namely providing advice on flooring system selection, adhesive compatibility assessment, installation methodology guidance, and quality assurance planning for commercial flooring projects. Argument: Current Service Description Fits Within Consultancy Services Response to USPTO Services Clarification Requirement: Applicant respectfully disagrees that the proposed service description exceeds the scope of 'Consultancy services relating to building construction' and argues that the services described are properly classified within International Class 037. Legal Standard: The scope of goods and services is determined by the ordinary meaning of the wording in the identification. TMEP §1402.06(b). Services may be clarified or limited but need not be artificially narrowed when they fall within the ordinary meaning of the class description. Analysis of Services: -Flooring system selection advice - This is quintessential construction consultancy, involving professional judgment on appropriate materials and systems for specific building applications. -Adhesive compatibility assessment - This constitutes technical consulting on construction materials, advising clients on proper product selection for building projects. -Installation methodology guidance - This involves consulting on construction techniques and procedures, directly relating to building construction processes. -Quality assurance planning - This encompasses consulting on construction quality standards and compliance protocols for building projects. Industry Practice: Construction consultants routinely provide specialized advice on specific building systems, including flooring, roofing, HVAC, and structural elements. Flooring consultation is a recognized subset of construction consultancy services. Conclusion: All described services involve providing professional advice and guidance related to building construction, specifically flooring systems. These services fall squarely within the ordinary meaning of 'Consultancy services relating to building construction' and require no further limitation." |
| International Class | 037 - Building construction; repair; installation services. |
| US Class Codes | 100, 103, 106 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Tuesday, August 5, 2025 |
| Primary Code | 037 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| First Use In Commerce Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Party Name | Certifloors Inc |
| Party Type | 10 - Original Applicant |
| Legal Entity Type | 03 - Corporation |
| Address | Henrico, VA 23294 |
| Event Date | Event Description |
| Monday, February 17, 2025 | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED |
| Monday, February 17, 2025 | APPLICATION FILING RECEIPT MAILED |
| Wednesday, July 9, 2025 | NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED |
| Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER |
| Friday, July 25, 2025 | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE |
| Friday, July 25, 2025 | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Friday, July 25, 2025 | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN |
| Monday, August 4, 2025 | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE |
| Monday, August 4, 2025 | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN |
| Monday, August 4, 2025 | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Monday, August 4, 2025 | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Monday, August 4, 2025 | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED |
| Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED |
| Saturday, July 26, 2025 | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED |
| Friday, July 25, 2025 | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Friday, July 25, 2025 | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED |