Terms of Service

Last updated: August 29, 2025

Welcome to HVACrly. By accessing or using our website (hvacrly.com) and any content, features, or services offered (collectively, the “Service”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, do not use the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms form a binding agreement between you and HVACrly (“HVACrly”, “we”, “us”, “our”). Your use of the Service signifies your acceptance of these Terms and any policies referenced here, including our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility & Accounts

  • You must be at least 13 years old (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction) to use the Service.
  • Some features may require an account. You are responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and for activities under your account.
  • We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

3. Site Content & Ownership

All articles, graphics, logos, badges, layouts, and other materials on the Service (the “HVACrly Content”) are owned by or licensed to HVACrly and protected by intellectual-property laws. Except as expressly permitted, you may not copy, modify, or redistribute HVACrly Content without prior written consent.

Permitted personal use: You may view and make limited, non-commercial use of the Service for personal reference, provided you retain attribution and do not remove notices.

4. User Content & License

If you submit comments, images, or other materials (“User Content”), you represent that you own or have rights to share them and that they do not infringe third-party rights.

By posting User Content, you grant HVACrly a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to host, store, reproduce, and display such content for the purposes of operating, promoting, and improving the Service. You can request removal of your User Content by contacting admin@hvacrly.com.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Post illegal, defamatory, infringing, or misleading content.
  • Share hazardous instructions encouraging unsafe or unlawful acts.
  • Attempt to interfere with or compromise the Service (e.g., malware, scraping at scale, bypassing security).
  • Harvest personal data or spam users.

6. HVAC Safety & Professional Disclaimer

  • Educational content only. HVACrly provides general information for educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or on-site service.
  • High-risk work. HVAC systems may involve high voltage, gas, combustion, pressurized refrigerants, and ladders. Only licensed professionals should perform tasks that require permits, specialized tools, or certifications.
  • No emergency services. If you suspect a gas leak, electrical hazard, refrigerant exposure, or other emergency, leave the area and contact your local emergency services immediately.
  • Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable codes.

7. Third-Party Links & Services

The Service may link to third-party websites or services (e.g., Q&A platforms, retailers). We do not control and are not responsible for third-party content, policies, or practices. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.

8. Affiliates & Sponsored Links

We may include affiliate or referral links and could earn a commission if you make a purchase or engage a service through those links. This helps support HVACrly at no additional cost to you and does not influence our editorial standards.

9. Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and share information.

11. Changes to the Service/Terms

We may update the Service and these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be noted by updating the “Last updated” date above. Your continued use after changes means you accept the revised Terms.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to the Service at any time for any reason, including violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately.

13. Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE”. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HVACRLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE ERROR-FREE OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.

14. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, HVACRLY AND ITS OWNERS, CONTRIBUTORS, AND AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

15. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless HVACrly from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Service or your violation of these Terms.

16. Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Country], without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles. You agree to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the courts located in [Your City/State] to resolve any dispute arising from these Terms or the Service.

Tip: Replace the bracketed placeholders above with your actual jurisdiction before publishing.

17. Miscellaneous

  • Severability: If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
  • Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right is not a waiver of future enforcement.
  • Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and HVACrly regarding the Service.
  • Force Majeure: We are not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond our reasonable control.

18. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact: admin@hvacrly.com.