Terms of Service
Last Updated: February 12, 2026 | Effective Date: January 1, 2026
By using HVACBase.org, you agree to these terms. Please read them carefully.
Quick Overview
✅ Free to Use
All content and calculators are free
📚 Educational Only
Not professional HVAC advice
🔒 Your Content
You retain rights to your submissions
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using HVACBase.org ("Website", "Service", "we", "us", or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not use our Service.
Who Can Use Our Service
- • You must be at least 13 years old
- • You must have the legal capacity to enter into contracts
- • You must not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable law
- • You must provide accurate information when using our calculators
2. Use License & Intellectual Property
Permitted Uses
- ✓ View and read all content for personal, non-commercial use
- ✓ Use calculators and tools for your HVAC planning
- ✓ Share links to our content on social media
- ✓ Print articles for personal reference
- ✓ Quote portions with proper attribution
Prohibited Uses
- ✗ Republishing entire articles without permission
- ✗ Using content for commercial purposes without license
- ✗ Scraping or automated data collection
- ✗ Removing copyright notices or attribution
- ✗ Creating derivative works without permission
- ✗ Misrepresenting content as your own
Copyright & Ownership
All content on HVACBase.org, including text, graphics, logos, images, calculators, and software, is the property of HVACBase.org or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
| Content Type | Owner | Usage Rights |
|---|---|---|
| Articles & Guides | HVACBase.org | Personal use only |
| Calculators & Tools | HVACBase.org | Free use, no resale |
| User Comments | User (licensed to us) | Perpetual license granted |
| Third-party Content | Original owners | As specified by owner |
3. Disclaimers & Limitations
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
Educational Purpose Only
HVACBase.org provides general information and educational content about HVAC systems. This information is NOT a substitute for professional HVAC consultation, inspection, or service.
No Professional Advice
We do not provide professional HVAC, engineering, architectural, or legal advice. Always consult licensed professionals for system design, installation, and repairs.
Calculator Accuracy
Our calculators provide estimates based on general principles and user inputs. Actual requirements may vary significantly. Professional load calculations (Manual J) should be performed for accurate sizing.
"AS IS" Basis
Content is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
4. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:
- HVACBase.org shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- We are not liable for damages resulting from use or inability to use our Service
- We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
- Total liability shall not exceed $100 or amount paid to us (if any)
Specific Exclusions: We are not liable for HVAC system damage, improper installations, energy cost variations, equipment failures, personal injury, property damage, or any losses from reliance on our content.
5. User Responsibilities
You Agree To:
- ✓ Provide accurate information in calculators
- ✓ Use content for lawful purposes only
- ✓ Respect intellectual property rights
- ✓ Verify information with professionals
- ✓ Follow local building codes and regulations
- ✓ Not attempt to hack or disrupt the Service
You Will NOT:
- ✗ Use automated tools to scrape content
- ✗ Attempt unauthorized access to systems
- ✗ Post spam or malicious content
- ✗ Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliation
- ✗ Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- ✗ Interfere with others' use of the Service
6. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless HVACBase.org, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney fees) arising from:
- • Your use or misuse of the Service
- • Your violation of these Terms
- • Your violation of any third-party rights
- • Content you submit, post, or transmit through the Service
- • Your reliance on information without professional verification
7. External Links & Third-Party Content
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by HVACBase.org.
We Are Not Responsible For:
- • Content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
- • Products or services offered by external sites
- • Accuracy or reliability of third-party information
- • Damages from interaction with third parties
Note: Links to manufacturers, government agencies, and industry organizations are provided for reference only and do not constitute endorsement.
8. Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting.
Notification Process:
| Minor Changes | Updated silently with new date |
| Material Changes | 30-day notice on homepage |
| Your Option | Stop using Service if you disagree |
9. Termination
We May Terminate If:
- • You violate these Terms
- • You abuse the Service
- • Required by law
- • Service is discontinued
Effects of Termination:
- • Access immediately revoked
- • License to use content ends
- • Surviving provisions remain
- • No refunds provided
10. Governing Law & Disputes
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Dispute Resolution
- First attempt: Good faith negotiation via email
- If unresolved: Binding arbitration under AAA rules
- Location: Delaware or mutually agreed location
- Small claims court allowed for qualifying disputes
Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve disputes individually and waive the right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative actions.
11. Contact Information
Questions About These Terms?
For Other Inquiries:
- • General questions: info@hvacbase.org
- • Privacy concerns: privacy@hvacbase.org
- • Content licensing: licensing@hvacbase.org