Terms of Use

By accessing and using ApplianceLife (appliancelife.org), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the website.

ApplianceLife provides educational and informational tools designed to help you understand typical appliance lifespans and make informed decisions about repair versus replacement. Our tools and calculators are designed to assist your decision-making process. They are based on industry data, typical usage patterns, and environmental factors. However, they do not provide guarantees or definitive answers for your specific situation. ApplianceLife is an informational resource, not a replacement for professional assessment or advice.

ApplianceLife does not provide professional, technical, repair, safety, or licensed advice. The information on this website is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for consultation with qualified professionals. We strongly encourage you to consult with licensed appliance technicians, repair professionals, or other qualified experts when making decisions about appliance repair, replacement, safety, or installation. Any actions you take based on information from ApplianceLife are your sole responsibility.

Our lifespan calculators and decision tools provide estimates based on: • Typical industry data and manufacturer specifications • Average usage patterns and environmental conditions • General appliance categories and age ranges **Important limitations:** Results may vary significantly based on factors including but not limited to: • Specific brand and model quality • Actual usage frequency and patterns • Maintenance history and care • Environmental conditions (humidity, temperature, water quality) • Installation quality and location • Previous repairs and modifications **No outcomes are guaranteed.** Our tools provide general guidance only. Your specific appliance may perform better or worse than estimated ranges suggest.

When you request to be connected with local professionals through our website, we may share limited information you provide (such as your contact details, ZIP code, and appliance information) with relevant local service providers in your area. **Important clarifications:** • **No endorsement:** ApplianceLife does not endorse, recommend, rank, or guarantee any third-party service providers. • **Independent relationships:** Any services provided by third-party professionals are solely between you and that provider. • **No liability:** ApplianceLife is not responsible for the quality, timeliness, safety, or outcomes of any services provided by third parties. • **Your responsibility:** You are responsible for verifying credentials, obtaining quotes, and making your own decisions about which professionals to hire. We simply facilitate introductions. All business relationships, agreements, and transactions are between you and the service provider.

ApplianceLife operates within the United States and provides information relevant to U.S. appliance markets, climate conditions, and service availability. As our platform expands to serve multiple U.S. cities and service areas, the tools, data practices, and professional connection services described in these Terms will apply across all locations we serve. We do not require updates to these Terms for each new city or region added to our platform.

When using ApplianceLife, you agree to: • **Provide accurate information:** Information you provide (such as appliance age, ZIP code, and contact details) should be truthful and accurate. • **Use the site lawfully:** You will not use the website for any unlawful purpose or in any way that violates these Terms. • **Respect the system:** You will not attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or damage the website, its servers, or networks. • **No automated access:** You will not use bots, scrapers, or automated tools to access the website without permission. Violation of these responsibilities may result in termination of your access to the website.

All content on ApplianceLife, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, calculators, tools, and software, is the property of ApplianceLife or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. **Permitted use:** You may access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not: • Copy, reproduce, or distribute content without permission • Modify, create derivative works, or reverse engineer our tools • Remove copyright notices or proprietary markings • Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission If you wish to use our content in ways not covered by these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].

ApplianceLife is provided on an **"as is"** and **"as available"** basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to: • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose • Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information • Warranties that defects will be corrected We make no guarantees about the results you may achieve using our tools or following our guidance. **Use of this website is at your own risk.**

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ApplianceLife and its owners, employees, and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or related to: • Your use or inability to use the website • Any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content • Decisions made based on information from the website • Interactions with third-party service providers you connect with through our site • Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your data • Any other matter relating to the website This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations of liability, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. **Your continued use of ApplianceLife after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.** We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about how we operate and what we expect from users. If you do not agree with any changes, you should discontinue use of the website.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at: **Email:** [email protected] We will respond to your inquiry as promptly as possible.

By using ApplianceLife, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms of Use and agree to be bound by them. Thank you for using ApplianceLife. We're here to help you make informed decisions about your appliances.