Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Solar Quotes.ca (the "Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada and the province in which our business is registered.

2. Description of Service

Solar Quotes.ca is an online directory platform that connects Canadian homeowners with verified solar installers. Our services include:

• A searchable directory of verified solar installation companies
• Information about solar installers including services, reviews, and contact details
• Educational content about solar energy and installation processes
• Connection services between homeowners and solar professionals
• Review and rating system for solar installers

Solar Quotes.ca acts solely as a directory and referral service. We do not provide solar installation services directly.

3. User Responsibilities

General Use

You agree to use our Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Service in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Service
• Submit false or misleading information about yourself or your business
• Use the Service to spam or harass other users or installers

Reviews and Content

When submitting reviews or other content, you agree that:

• Your content is truthful and based on personal experience
• You will not post false, misleading, or defamatory content
• You grant us the right to use, modify, and display your content
• You will not include personal information of others without consent
• Your content does not violate any third-party rights

4. Solar Installer Obligations

Solar installers listed in our directory agree to:

• Maintain valid licenses and insurance required by their jurisdiction
• Provide accurate information about their services and qualifications
• Comply with all applicable laws, codes, and safety standards
• Respond professionally to customer inquiries and complaints
• Honor quoted prices and service commitments made to customers
• Notify us promptly of any changes to their business status or credentials
• Not misrepresent their relationship with Solar Quotes.ca

5. Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimer

Solar Quotes.ca is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information on our platform. We are not responsible for the quality, timeliness, or performance of services provided by listed installers.

Third-Party Relationships

Solar Quotes.ca acts as an independent referral service. We do not employ, partner with, or directly endorse any specific installer. All contracts, agreements, and transactions are directly between you and the installer.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Solar Quotes.ca shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service, including but not limited to property damage, personal injury, or financial loss resulting from installer services.

6. Installer Verification Process

While we make reasonable efforts to verify installer credentials, we cannot guarantee the ongoing accuracy of all information. Our verification process includes:

• Initial license and insurance verification
• Business registration confirmation
• Customer reference checks
• Periodic re-verification of credentials

Users are encouraged to independently verify installer credentials and obtain multiple quotes before making decisions.

7. Intellectual Property

The Solar Quotes.ca website, including its design, layout, graphics, and content, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without written permission.

User-generated content remains the property of the respective users, but you grant us a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with our Service.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

We comply with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including PIPEDA, in our handling of personal information.

9. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Service.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms that should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of Canada and the province of British Columbia. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, please stop using the Service.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: dancarls@telus.net
• Website: solarquotes.ca/contact

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.