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WARRANTY
IMPORTANCE OF A WARRANTY
Different vinyl fence manufacturers
provide a wide range of warranties. Some last 10 to 20 years. Some companies
offer lifetime warranties. The question a consumer needs to ask is, "What
is the difference in products and warranties?"
To make a durable vinyl fence
product, manufacturers must blend the right ingredients in the resin and
extrude it at the proper temperature. If this process is not followed
correctly, the vinyl fence will have poor durability with different weather
conditions. The fence may turn yellow, lack strength, and crack in harsh
weather conditions.
Our vinyl profile manufacturers
use ingredients and processing controls that ensure compliance to ASTM
standards. Material warranties should refer to an ASTM F964-94 vinyl fence
standard.
Titanium Dioxide (Ti02) is
the ultraviolet inhibitor and is used in paint, plastics and other outdoor
products to protect them from the sun. Ti02 is the most expensive ingredient
in the manufacturing of vinyl fence. Ten percent (10%) or more is necessary
to have a product with a lifetime warranty.
Another critical additive in
the polyvinyl chloride formula is called impact modifiers (acrylics).
The superior vinyl manufacturers use over five (5) parts 100.
If vinyl fence is formulated
and manufactured correctly, it will be good for a lifetime. If the manufacturers
warranty is less than lifetime or requires a lot of hoop jumping to preserve
the consumers' rights, ask "why?".
CONDITIONS
| Time |
Lifetime |
| Prorated |
No |
| Covers Labor |
Yes |
| Covers Freight |
Yes |
| Transferable |
Yes |
Vinylbiz Inc. (VBI) warrants
its vinyl fence products are free from defects in material and manufacturing
workmanship. When installed according to VBI instructions and under normal
and proper use, VBI vinyl fencing will uniformly maintain its color and
will not peel, pit, rot, blister, warp, crack, corrode or be consumed
by insects. If such a defect or degradation is discovered, VBI, at its
option, will repair or replace the defective material. VBI will cover
all corresponding labor costs.
This warranty covers defects
in material and/or manufacturing workmanship. It does not cover failure
of or damage to the fence resulting from faulty or improper installation;
improper use; settlement or any failure of any structure or soil on or
in which the fence is installed; exposure to acid rain or other harmful
chemicals; or normal and expected weathering (normal color hold standards
are the same as used for windows or siding as defined in ASTM D3679).
To exercise your rights under
this warranty, you must notify VBI in writing at the following address:
Vinylbiz, Inc., P.O. Box 3807 Dana Point, CA 92629. In your notice, briefly
state the nature of your claim and include proof of installation date
and proof of purchase. VBI will direct and organize all covered remedies.
VBI shall not be responsible for the cost of any repairs or replacement
undertaken by owner.
VBI may direct a company, dealer,
contractor, applicator or distributor to perform any of its obligations
under this warranty. If a claim is made under this warranty on a product
that is no longer available, VBI reserves the right to provide a similar
product of equal quality and value. VBI makes no express warranties except
those as stated above. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERC14ANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. Some states do not allow limitations on implied
warranties, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
IN NO CASE SHALL VBI BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation may not apply to you. The extent VBI's liability
and owner's exclusive remedy under this warranty is limited to repair
or replacement to be determined at VBI's discretion.
This is a "limited warranty"
within the meaning of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty - Federal Trade Commission
Improvement Act. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may also have other rights that may vary from state to state.
In the event a Homeowner, Homeowner's
Association, or other entity prefers to litigate a dispute with the warranty
or other dispute, both parties agree that the proper venue will be in
Orange County, California or the state of Nevada.
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