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Terms of Service

The terms and conditions that govern your use of our website and services

Terms of Service

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using the Paleotetra website or services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Last Updated: January 15, 2023

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website at www.paleotetra.com ("Website") or any gas services provided by Paleotetra ("Services"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this Website or Services.

2. Services Description

Paleotetra provides gas installation, maintenance, repair, and safety services for residential and commercial properties throughout Ireland. Our Services may include, but are not limited to:

  • Gas boiler installation, servicing, and repair
  • Gas fire and appliance installation, servicing, and repair
  • Gas safety checks and certification
  • Commercial gas solutions
  • Renewable gas integration
  • Emergency gas services

The specifics of each Service will be agreed upon prior to commencement of work, either through written quotation, verbal agreement, or digital communication.

3. Use of Website and Services

3.1 License to Use Website

Paleotetra grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal or commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms of Service.

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use the Website or Services for any purpose that is unlawful or prohibited by these Terms. Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to:

  • Using the Website in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the site
  • Using any robot, spider, or other automated device to access the Website
  • Introducing any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, or other malicious code
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to secured portions of the Website
  • Impersonating or attempting to impersonate Paleotetra, a Paleotetra employee, or another user
  • Engaging in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Website

4. Service Booking and Appointments

4.1 Booking Process

Services may be booked through our Website, by telephone, or by email. When booking a Service, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information about yourself and your requirements.

4.2 Appointments

We endeavor to keep all appointments as scheduled. However, due to the nature of gas services and potential emergencies, we reserve the right to reschedule appointments if necessary. We will provide as much notice as possible in such cases.

4.3 Access to Property

You are responsible for ensuring that our technicians have clear and safe access to all relevant areas of your property required to perform the Services. If adequate access is not provided, we reserve the right to charge a callout fee and reschedule the appointment.

5. Payment Terms

5.1 Pricing

Prices for our Services are as quoted on our Website, by telephone, or in writing. All prices are in Euro and include Value Added Tax (VAT) at the current rate unless otherwise stated.

5.2 Quotations

For installation or complex jobs, a written quotation will be provided. Quotations are valid for 30 days from the date of issue unless otherwise stated. Any variations or additional work required beyond the initial quotation will be charged separately and agreed upon before proceeding.

5.3 Payment Methods

We accept payment by cash, credit/debit card, or bank transfer. For certain Services, a deposit may be required before work commences.

5.4 Non-Payment

If payment is not received by the due date, we reserve the right to:

  • Charge interest on overdue amounts at 2% per month
  • Suspend any ongoing or future Services until payment is received
  • Take legal action to recover the debt

6. Warranties and Guarantees

6.1 Workmanship Guarantee

We guarantee our workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of completion. This guarantee covers faults arising from poor workmanship but does not cover:

  • Normal wear and tear
  • Damage caused by misuse or negligence
  • Issues arising from subsequent alterations to the gas system by third parties
  • Manufacturer product defects (which would be covered by manufacturer warranties)

6.2 Manufacturer Warranties

Any manufacturer warranties for installed products or equipment are separate from our workmanship guarantee and are subject to the manufacturer's terms and conditions.

6.3 Compliance with Regulations

All Services provided by Paleotetra are carried out in accordance with current Irish gas safety regulations and standards. All our gas technicians are registered with the Register of Gas Installers of Ireland (RGII).

7. Liability Limitations

7.1 Service Limitations

While we strive for excellence in all our Services, we cannot guarantee that our Services will be error-free or uninterrupted, or that any defects will be corrected.

7.2 Liability Cap

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Paleotetra's total liability for any claim arising from or related to these Terms of Service or our Services shall be limited to the amount paid by you for the specific Service giving rise to the claim.

7.3 Exclusions

Paleotetra shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profit, business opportunity, data, or goodwill
  • Pre-existing defects or issues with your gas system not directly related to our work
  • Issues arising from your failure to follow our advice or instructions
  • Damage to property unless caused directly by our negligence

7.4 Consumer Rights

Nothing in these Terms of Service affects your statutory rights as a consumer under Irish and EU law.

8. Intellectual Property

The Website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, and audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by Paleotetra, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by Irish and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any of the material on our Website without our prior written consent.

9. Cancellation and Refunds

9.1 Cancellation by Customer

If you need to cancel a scheduled Service, please provide at least 24 hours' notice. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice may incur a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the Service fee or €50, whichever is lower.

9.2 Cancellation by Paleotetra

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a Service due to circumstances beyond our control (such as emergency callouts, illness, or severe weather). In such cases, we will contact you as soon as possible to reschedule without any additional charge.

9.3 Refunds

For Services that have been paid for in advance but not yet performed, refunds will be issued if:

  • You cancel with at least 24 hours' notice
  • We cancel or are unable to perform the Service

Refunds will be processed using the same payment method used for the original transaction unless otherwise agreed.

10. Privacy

Your use of our Website and Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be found at Privacy Policy. By using our Website or Services, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website or Services after any changes to the Terms of Service constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

12. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising under or relating to these Terms of Service shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ireland.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Paleotetra
123 Gas Works Road
Dublin 4, D04 E7Y2
Ireland

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +353 7 832 9517

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