Conditions of Use
Effective as of August 15, 2026
These conditions govern access to and use of https://www.hearthshops.com (the “Site”), published by HearthShops. Use of the Site constitutes acceptance of them.
(a) Character of the Site. What the Site offers is an independent informational reference concerning hearth, wood stove, and fireplace dealers, put together from material anyone may consult. Between the Site and any business, brand, or manufacturer described on it there exists no affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement, or other connection.
(b) No warranty. All material is furnished “as is” and “as available.” Every warranty, express or implied, is disclaimed, those of accuracy and of completeness included, and equally those of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose. Trading hours, pricing, inventory, and locations are altered by businesses without notice; verification directly with the business is required before reliance.
(c) Informational character only. Material on the Site constitutes general information and does not constitute legal, financial, safety, or professional advice. Product specifications, safety ratings, and applicable code or regulatory requirements answer to the particular product, the particular jurisdiction, and the particular circumstances, and call for confirmation from the maker, the vendor, or a professional suitably qualified.
(d) Permitted use. A user shall not interfere with the operation of the Site, shall not attempt to obtain unauthorised access to it, shall not retrieve material in quantities that impose an undue load upon the service, and shall not employ the Site in contravention of law or in infringement of the rights of any third party.
(e) Proprietary rights. Original text, organisation, and design published on the Site are the property of its operator. Underlying facts are not proprietary to any person. Business names and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners and are reproduced solely for identification.
(f) External resources. Links to third-party websites are furnished as a convenience. Their content, policies, and practices are neither controlled by nor the responsibility of the Site’s operator, and no link constitutes an endorsement.
(g) Limitation of liability. Save to the extent the law forbids it, no liability attaches to the Site’s operator for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, nor for loss of profits, data, or goodwill. Aggregate liability in respect of any claim connected with the Site shall not exceed one hundred United States dollars (US $100). Where a jurisdiction restricts limitations of this character, they shall apply to the fullest extent that jurisdiction permits.
(h) Corrections and removal. A business that considers its listing inaccurate, or that seeks its amendment or removal, may apply to [email protected], or may use the corrections form. Every application is reviewed, and no charge is made for a correction or a removal.
(i) Amendment. These conditions may be amended, in which event the effective date above is revised. Continued use of the Site following an amendment constitutes acceptance of it.
(j) Governing law and forum. Ohio law governs these conditions, its conflict-of-laws provisions disregarded. Proceedings lie before the state or federal courts sitting in that state.
(k) Enquiries. [email protected]