Terms and Conditions – OffGridShelters.com

Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to OffGridShelters.com. These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”) and OffGridShelters.com (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), concerning your access to and use of the OffGridShelters.com website as well as any other media form, media channel, mobile website or mobile application related, linked, or otherwise connected thereto (collectively, the “Site”).

You agree that by accessing the Site, you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all of these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with all of these Terms and Conditions, then you are expressly prohibited from using the Site and you must discontinue use immediately.

Supplemental terms and conditions or documents that may be posted on the Site from time to time are hereby expressly incorporated herein by reference. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to make changes or modifications to these Terms and Conditions at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of these Terms and Conditions, and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. It is your responsibility to periodically review these Terms and Conditions to stay informed of updates. You will be subject to, and will be deemed to have been made aware of and to have accepted, the changes in any revised Terms and Conditions by your continued use of the Site after the date such revised Terms and Conditions are posted.

The information provided on the Site is not intended for distribution to or use by any person or entity in any jurisdiction or country where such distribution or use would be contrary to law or regulation or which would subject us to any registration requirement within such jurisdiction or country. Accordingly, those persons who choose to access the Site from other locations do so on their own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable.

User Registration

To access certain features of the Site, you may be required to register for an account. You agree to keep your password confidential and will be responsible for all use of your account and password. We reserve the right to remove, reclaim, or change a username you select if we determine, in our sole discretion, that such username is inappropriate, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.

During the registration process, you will be required to provide certain information, including a valid email address. You agree that all information you provide is true, accurate, current, and complete, and you agree to maintain and update this information as necessary.

Products, Services, and Purchases

Product and Service Descriptions

OffGridShelters.com offers various off-grid living solutions, shelter designs, sustainable housing options, and related products and services. We strive to display as accurately as possible the colors, features, specifications, and details of the products and services available on the Site. However, we do not guarantee that the colors, features, specifications, and details of the products and services will be accurate, complete, reliable, current, or free of other errors, and your electronic display may not accurately reflect the actual colors and details of the products.

All products and services are subject to availability, and we reserve the right to discontinue any products or services at any time. Prices for all products and services are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to refuse any order you place with us. We may, in our sole discretion, limit or cancel quantities purchased per person, per household, or per order.

Custom Designs and Consultations

For custom shelter designs, consultations, and related services, additional terms may apply. Custom projects require signed agreements specifying project scope, deliverables, timelines, and payment terms. Any changes to the original specifications may result in additional charges and timeline adjustments.

Site evaluations, energy assessments, and other on-site services are subject to additional fees and scheduling availability. Cancellation of scheduled on-site services with less than 48 hours’ notice may result in cancellation fees.

Orders and Payment

When you place an order through the Site, you agree to provide current, complete, and accurate purchase and account information. All payments must be made in full before delivery of products or commencement of services unless otherwise specified in a separate written agreement. We accept various payment methods as indicated on the Site.

For subscription services and installment plans, you authorize us to charge your chosen payment method on a recurring basis until your subscription is terminated. If your payment method is declined, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to services until payment is made.

Shipping and Delivery

Shipping and delivery terms for physical products will be as indicated at the time of purchase. Delivery timeframes are estimates only and are not guaranteed. We are not liable for delays in delivery due to factors beyond our control, including but not limited to weather conditions, transportation issues, or supplier delays.

For large items, structures, or shelter components, special delivery arrangements may be required, including but not limited to specialized transportation, crane services, or site preparation. These arrangements and any associated costs are the responsibility of the customer unless explicitly included in the purchase agreement.

Returns and Refunds

Due to the custom nature of many of our products and services, all sales are final unless otherwise specified. For standard products, our return policy allows returns within 30 days of delivery for unused, undamaged items in their original packaging. Custom-designed items, digital plans, consultation services, and site assessments are non-refundable.

Refunds will be issued to the original payment method unless otherwise specified. Shipping costs are non-refundable, and return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer unless the return is due to our error.

Intellectual Property Rights

Site Content

The content on the Site, including without limitation, the text, graphics, photos, designs, systems, methods, information, computer code, software, services, “look and feel”, organization, compilation of the content, code, data, and all other elements of the Site (collectively, the “Content”) are owned by us or our licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site and the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the Content on our Site without our express written permission.

Shelter Designs and Plans

All shelter designs, architectural plans, engineering documents, and related materials provided through the Site are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. When you purchase design plans or custom designs, you are granted a limited license to use these designs for the construction of a single structure for personal use. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use these designs for commercial purposes, including but not limited to:

  1. Building multiple structures from the same plans
  2. Reselling or distributing the plans to others
  3. Using the designs for commercial development
  4. Creating derivative designs for commercial purposes

For commercial licensing options, please contact us directly.

User Contributions

If you provide any content to the Site, including but not limited to reviews, feedback, comments, or ideas (“User Contributions”), you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable, sublicensable right and license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display such User Contributions in any media formats and through any media channels. You represent and warrant that you own or control all rights in and to your User Contributions.

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to use the Site or Content for any illegal or unauthorized purpose. Specifically, you agree not to:

  1. Modify, adapt, or hack the Site or modify another website to falsely imply that it is associated with the Site
  2. Use the Site to violate the legal rights of others or to violate the laws of any jurisdiction
  3. Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site or servers or networks connected to the Site
  4. Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Site
  5. Harvest or collect email addresses or other contact information of other users from the Site
  6. Use the Site to send unsolicited communications, promotions, or advertisements
  7. Use the Site to impersonate another person or entity
  8. Use the Site to engage in any chain letters, contests, junk email, pyramid schemes, spamming, or any other duplicative or unsolicited messages
  9. Use any robot, spider, site search/retrieval application, or other device to retrieve or index any portion of the Site or collect information about users for any unauthorized purpose
  10. Submit content that is offensive, promotes racism, bigotry, hatred, or physical harm of any kind against any group or individual
  11. Submit content that is knowingly false, misleading, or promotes illegal activities

Disclaimers and Warranties

General Disclaimer

THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTY OF TITLE, MERCHANTABILITY, NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTIES’ RIGHTS, AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Off-Grid Living Disclaimers

Living off-grid involves inherent risks and challenges. We make no representations or warranties regarding the suitability of our products or services for your specific circumstances or location. It is your responsibility to:

  1. Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, building codes, zoning laws, and permit requirements
  2. Ensure that your property is suitable for off-grid living and the installation of our products
  3. Obtain proper training and knowledge about off-grid systems and their maintenance
  4. Implement appropriate safety measures for off-grid living
  5. Maintain all systems according to manufacturer guidelines and industry standards

Construction and Installation Disclaimers

For shelter construction and installation:

  1. We are not responsible for the quality of construction or installation if performed by third-party contractors or the customer
  2. Customers who choose to self-build assume all responsibility for proper construction techniques and compliance with building codes
  3. Alterations to our designs may compromise structural integrity, energy efficiency, or system functionality
  4. Weather, site conditions, and other external factors may affect construction timelines and results

System Performance Disclaimers

For off-grid systems (solar, water, waste management, etc.):

  1. System performance estimates are based on typical conditions and may vary based on actual environmental factors, usage patterns, and maintenance
  2. We do not guarantee specific levels of energy production, water collection, or system autonomy
  3. Systems require regular maintenance to function properly
  4. System performance may degrade over time due to normal wear and tear

Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR OUR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, OUR LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION, WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO US DURING THE SIX (6) MONTH PERIOD PRIOR TO ANY CAUSE OF ACTION ARISING.

CERTAIN STATE LAWS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY TO YOU, SOME OR ALL OF THE ABOVE DISCLAIMERS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU, AND YOU MAY HAVE ADDITIONAL RIGHTS.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our subsidiaries, affiliates, and all of our respective officers, agents, partners, and employees, from and against any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, made by any third party due to or arising out of: (1) your use of the Site; (2) breach of these Terms and Conditions; (3) any breach of your representations and warranties set forth in these Terms and Conditions; (4) your violation of the rights of a third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights; or (5) any overt harmful act toward any other user of the Site with whom you connected via the Site.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, we reserve the right, at your expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter for which you are required to indemnify us, and you agree to cooperate, at your expense, with our defense of such claims. We will use reasonable efforts to notify you of any such claim, action, or proceeding which is subject to this indemnification upon becoming aware of it.

Dispute Resolution

Informal Negotiations

To expedite resolution and control the cost of any dispute, controversy, or claim related to these Terms and Conditions (each a “Dispute” and collectively, the “Disputes”) brought by either you or us (individually, a “Party” and collectively, the “Parties”), the Parties agree to first attempt to negotiate any Dispute informally for at least thirty (30) days before initiating arbitration. Such informal negotiations commence upon written notice from one Party to the other Party.

Binding Arbitration

If the Parties are unable to resolve a Dispute through informal negotiations, the Dispute shall be finally and exclusively resolved by binding arbitration. YOU UNDERSTAND THAT WITHOUT THIS PROVISION, YOU WOULD HAVE THE RIGHT TO SUE IN COURT AND HAVE A JURY TRIAL. The arbitration shall be commenced and conducted under the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) and, where appropriate, the AAA’s Supplementary Procedures for Consumer Related Disputes (“AAA Consumer Rules”).

The arbitration may be conducted in person, through the submission of documents, by phone, or online. The arbitrator will make a decision in writing, but need not provide a statement of reasons unless requested by either Party. The arbitrator must follow applicable law, and any award may be challenged if the arbitrator fails to do so.

Except as otherwise provided herein, the Parties may litigate in court to compel arbitration, stay proceedings pending arbitration, or to confirm, modify, vacate, or enter judgment on the award entered by the arbitrator.

Restrictions

The Parties agree that any arbitration shall be limited to the Dispute between the Parties individually. To the full extent permitted by law, (a) no arbitration shall be joined with any other proceeding; (b) there is no right or authority for any Dispute to be arbitrated on a class-action basis or to utilize class action procedures; and (c) there is no right or authority for any Dispute to be brought in a purported representative capacity on behalf of the general public or any other persons.

Exceptions to Arbitration

The Parties agree that the following Disputes are not subject to the above provisions concerning binding arbitration: (a) any Disputes seeking to enforce or protect, or concerning the validity of, any of the intellectual property rights of a Party; (b) any Dispute related to, or arising from, allegations of theft, piracy, invasion of privacy, or unauthorized use; and (c) any claim for injunctive relief.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions and your use of the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state in which our principal place of business is located, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Miscellaneous Provisions

Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding your use of the Site. Any other agreements regarding products or services will be separate from these Terms and Conditions.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unenforceable or invalid under any applicable law, such unenforceability or invalidity shall not render these Terms and Conditions unenforceable or invalid as a whole, and such provisions shall be deleted without affecting the remaining provisions herein.

No Waiver

No waiver of any of the provisions of these Terms and Conditions shall be deemed or shall constitute a waiver of any other provisions, whether or not similar, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver. No waiver shall be binding unless executed in writing by the Party making the waiver.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate your access to the Site, including any accounts you may have, at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms and Conditions or is harmful to other users of the Site, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

OffGridShelters.com
Email: legal@offgridshelters.com

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