Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of terms

By accessing or using brighthearthco.org ("the site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, do not use the site.

2. Nature of the content

The content on this site is provided for general informational and reference purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to safety engineering advice, legal advice, or contractor recommendations. The information does not replace consultation with a qualified, licensed professional.

Fireplace maintenance, chimney inspection, and gas appliance repair involve real safety risks. Always engage a WETT-certified inspector for chimney assessments and a licensed gas fitter for gas appliance work. Local building codes and manufacturer guidelines take precedence over any general information presented here.

3. Disclaimer of liability

Bright Hearth Co. makes no warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or fitness for any particular purpose of the information on this site. Standards and codes change; provincial requirements vary. Information that was accurate at the time of writing may no longer reflect current requirements.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Canadian law, Bright Hearth Co. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of, or reliance on, information from this site.

4. External links

This site links to external sources including government publications, standards bodies, and professional associations. These links are provided for convenience and reference. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or availability. Linking does not constitute endorsement.

5. Intellectual property

The written content on this site is the property of Bright Hearth Co. Images used on this site are sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licences. Each image is attributed to its original source. Reuse of images is subject to the terms of their respective CC licences.

6. Contact form

The contact form on this site is provided as a convenience for general inquiries. Submitting a form does not create any professional or contractual relationship between you and Bright Hearth Co. Response times are not guaranteed.

7. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from use of this site are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario.

8. Modifications

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. The updated date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after a revision constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Contact

Bright Hearth Co.
1200 Bay Street, Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5R 2A5
Canada
Email: contact@brighthearthco.org
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0187