Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, do not use this site.

Nature of the Site

BrightHearth is an informational website. The content published here is intended to provide general reference information on home energy efficiency topics relevant to Canadian households. The site does not sell products or services, does not provide personalized recommendations, and does not offer professional engineering, construction, or financial advice.

Accuracy and Completeness of Information

The information on this site is compiled from publicly available sources and is provided in good faith. However, BrightHearth makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information on the site for any purpose.

Building codes, energy efficiency standards, rebate programs, and product certifications change over time and vary by province, territory, and municipality. The content on this site may not reflect the most current requirements in your jurisdiction. You are responsible for verifying all information against current authoritative sources before making renovation, purchasing, or financial decisions.

No Professional Advice

Nothing on this website constitutes professional engineering advice, architectural advice, construction advice, financial advice, or legal advice. Reliance on any information provided on this site is solely at your own risk. For decisions involving renovation work, structural changes, mechanical systems, or significant expenditure, consult qualified professionals licensed in your jurisdiction.

External Links

This site contains links to external websites operated by third parties, including government agencies, standards organizations, and industry bodies. These links are provided for informational purposes. BrightHearth does not control the content of external sites and is not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or practices of any linked site. The inclusion of a link does not constitute an endorsement of the linked site or its content.

Intellectual Property

The text content of this site is the property of BrightHearth unless otherwise noted. Images used on this site are sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licenses, as noted in the image attributions. Third-party logos, trademarks, and names referenced on this site (including ENERGY STAR, EnerGuide, and others) belong to their respective owners and are used for reference purposes only.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, BrightHearth shall not be liable for any loss or damage, direct or indirect, arising from your use of or reliance on information on this site, including but not limited to financial loss, property damage, or consequential damages.

Changes to These Terms

These terms may be updated periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Canada. Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Canadian courts.

Contact

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