Legal Document

Protection Plan Agreement

Terms and Conditions

Provider: Renova Inc.Jurisdiction: Ontario, CanadaEffective Date: January 1, 2025Governed by: Consumer Protection Act, 2002 (Ontario)
Important Notice: This Agreement constitutes a future performance agreement and an internet agreement under the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 (Ontario). Your statutory rights under Ontario law are not affected by this Agreement. Electronic acceptance via the online enrollment process constitutes a valid binding signature under the Electronic Commerce Act, 2000 (Ontario).

1. Definitions

"Agreement" means these Terms and Conditions together with the enrollment confirmation and any schedules, as may be amended from time to time.

"Renova," "we," "us," or "our" means Renova Inc., a corporation incorporated under the laws of Ontario.

"Customer," "you," or "your" means the individual or entity who has enrolled in the Plan.

"Plan" means the Renova Protection Plan subscription selected at enrollment.

"Covered Equipment" means only the HVAC equipment expressly listed at enrollment at the Service Address.

"Coverage Cap" means the maximum annual parts-and-labour benefit applicable to your selected Plan tier.

"Service Visit" means a scheduled or emergency technician visit to the premises.

2. Nature of This Agreement

2.1 The Renova Protection Plan is a subscription-based HVAC maintenance and limited repair benefit program. It is NOT an insurance policy and does NOT replace, supplement, or constitute any manufacturer or extended warranty.

2.2 This Agreement constitutes a future performance agreement and an internet agreement under the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 (Ontario). Your statutory rights under Ontario law are not affected by this Agreement.

2.3 Electronic acceptance of this Agreement via the online enrollment process constitutes a valid and binding electronic signature under the Electronic Commerce Act, 2000 (Ontario) and is fully enforceable at law.

3. Plan Tiers and Benefits

3.1 Basic Care at $39.98/month

Annual tune-up (1 visit); 15% discount on eligible parts and labour; standard scheduling; business-hours phone support; extended parts warranty (limited, subject to manufacturer availability). No repair coverage cap is included.

3.2 Standard Protection at $69.98/month

Two (2) tune-ups per plan year; 25% discount on parts and labour; priority scheduling; 24/7 phone support; parts and labour coverage up to $500/year; no service call fees; air filter replacement during scheduled visits.

3.3 Premium Shield at $109.98/month

Four (4) quarterly inspections per plan year; 50% discount on parts and labour; same-day priority service; 24/7 emergency response; parts and labour coverage up to $1,500/year; no service call fees; filter replacement and refrigerant top-up; transferable to new homeowner; annual HVAC efficiency report. Benefits not used do not carry forward.

4. Billing and Payment Authorization

4.1 By enrolling, you expressly authorize Renova to charge your designated payment method (credit card or pre-authorized debit) on a recurring basis corresponding to your chosen billing cycle, in advance of each period. This authorization remains in force until cancelled under Section 12.

4.2 You agree to maintain a valid payment method on file at all times during your enrollment. Renova is not responsible for fees charged by your financial institution, including NSF fees, overdraft fees, or foreign transaction fees.

4.3 Returned or dishonoured payments may attract an administrative fee of up to $45.00 per occurrence.

4.4 Failed payments result in immediate suspension of all Plan benefits. Renova will make one (1) retry attempt within 5 business days. If payment remains outstanding for 15 days, Renova may terminate the Plan without further notice.

5. Billing Cycles and Pricing

5.1 Monthly: Charged on the same calendar date each month.

5.2 Bi-Weekly: Charged every 14 days (26 payments per calendar year). The bi-weekly amount equals (monthly rate × 12) ÷ 26.

5.3 Annual: Charged once per year with a 10% discount applied. Annual plans auto-renew unless cancelled 30 days prior to the renewal date.

5.4 Renova reserves the right to adjust Plan pricing with a minimum of 30 days' written notice before any price change takes effect. Continued enrollment after the notice period constitutes acceptance of the revised pricing.

6. Coverage Scope and Service Limits

6.1 Coverage applies only to Covered Equipment listed at enrollment, located at the Service Address, within Renova's active Ontario service zones.

6.2 Maximum Service Visits per system, per plan year: Basic Care: 1 tune-up, no repair visits; Standard Protection: 2 tune-ups and up to 2 repair visits; Premium Shield: 4 tune-ups and up to 3 repair visits.

6.3 Service is provided on a best-effort basis subject to technician availability, parts availability, and weather conditions. Renova does not guarantee a specific response time, uninterrupted system operation, or any particular performance outcome.

6.4 Missed appointments due to customer unavailability, inaccessible premises, or cancellation with less than 24 hours' notice may be counted as a completed Service Visit and deducted from the annual visit allowance.

7. Annual Coverage Caps

7.1 The Coverage Cap for eligible parts and labour is strictly: Basic Care: no benefit (discounts on invoiced labour only); Standard Protection: $500.00 per plan year; Premium Shield: $1,500.00 per plan year.

7.2 All repair costs exceeding the applicable Coverage Cap are the sole financial responsibility of the Customer, payable in full before repairs are completed. Renova is not obligated to commence repair work until the Customer has acknowledged and accepted the excess cost in writing.

7.3 Unused Coverage Cap amounts expire at the end of each plan year and do not accumulate, roll over, or create any credit or entitlement.

8. Exclusions: What Is Not Covered

The following are expressly excluded from all Plan tiers:

  • (a)Pre-existing defects, wear, or conditions present at enrollment;
  • (b)Damage from improper installation, unauthorized modifications, or repairs performed by any party other than Renova-authorized technicians;
  • (c)Customer negligence, misuse, abuse, or failure to maintain equipment;
  • (d)Cosmetic, aesthetic, or non-functional damage;
  • (e)Building code violations, permits, inspections, or municipal charges;
  • (f)Acts of God: flood, fire, lightning, earthquake, or severe weather;
  • (g)Pest, rodent, or insect infestation or damage;
  • (h)Rust, corrosion, mould, mildew, sediment, or water damage;
  • (i)Ductwork, insulation, structural components, or drainage systems;
  • (j)Electrical system deficiencies beyond the HVAC unit connection point;
  • (k)Refrigerant recovery, disposal, or environmental fees (except as expressly included in Premium Shield);
  • (l)Equipment not listed on the enrollment form or added after the fact without written approval;
  • (m)Commercial or multi-unit residential applications unless agreed in writing;
  • (n)Any service where Renova's technician deems site conditions unsafe.

9. Customer Obligations and Access Requirements

9.1 The Customer must at all times provide safe, clear, and unobstructed access to all Covered Equipment; ensure working electrical and fuel supply; maintain premises free of recognized hazards and pests; and promptly notify Renova of changes to equipment, address, or contact information.

9.2 Renova technicians have the absolute right to refuse to commence or continue service if premises are deemed unsafe. Such a refusal does not constitute a breach of this Agreement by Renova, and the visit may still count toward the annual visit allowance.

10. Equipment Eligibility and Inspection

10.1 Renova reserves the right to conduct an initial inspection of Covered Equipment within 30 days of enrollment. If equipment is found to have pre-existing defects, Renova may, at its sole discretion: (a) exclude specific equipment from coverage; (b) require repair of the defect at Customer's cost prior to coverage; or (c) cancel the Plan with a prorated refund of unused fees.

10.2 Equipment must be of residential type, in legal operating condition at enrollment, and not exceed the manufacturer's rated service life.

11. Plan Term and Auto-Renewal

11.1 This Agreement commences on the Coverage Start Date and continues on a rolling basis, auto-renewing each billing cycle, until cancelled in accordance with Section 12.

11.2 Annual Plans auto-renew each year. Renova will send a renewal reminder no less than 30 days before the renewal date. Failure to cancel prior to the renewal date constitutes acceptance of renewal terms and renewed payment authorization.

12. Cancellation by Customer

12.1 You may cancel this Agreement at any time by providing written notice to Renova at info@renovainc.ca or by calling (416) 499-6199. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the then-current billing cycle.

12.2 No cancellation fees or penalties apply after the first 10 calendar days following enrollment (see Section 13 for the statutory cooling-off period).

12.3 Where services have been rendered prior to cancellation, Renova may deduct the fair market value of those services from any applicable refund.

12.4 If the Customer received a promotional or discounted rate contingent on a minimum plan term and cancels before that term expires, the promotional pricing may be reversed and standard rates applied to all prior periods before any refund is calculated.

13. Ontario Consumer Right of Rescission, CPA 2002

13.1 Pursuant to Section 42 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 (Ontario), you have the right to cancel this Agreement within TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS of the date you receive a copy of this Agreement.

13.2 To exercise your right of rescission, deliver written notice to:

Renova Inc.

Email: info@renovainc.ca

Phone: (416) 499-6199

13.3 If no services have been rendered during the cooling-off period, you are entitled to a full refund within 15 days of receiving your cancellation notice. If services have been rendered, Renova may retain compensation for services at fair market value, as permitted by the CPA.

13.4 After the 10-day cooling-off period, cancellation rights are governed exclusively by Section 12 of this Agreement.

14. Renova's Right to Terminate or Suspend

14.1 Renova may suspend or terminate this Agreement immediately upon notice for: (a) non-payment or persistent payment failures; (b) fraud, misrepresentation, or material omission in the enrollment; (c) threatening, abusive, or unsafe behaviour toward Renova personnel; (d) repeated inaccessibility or failure to provide required site access; or (e) Customer's material breach of this Agreement.

14.2 Upon termination by Renova for cause, no refund shall be issued for the current billing period. All accrued obligations of the Customer remain due and payable.

15. Limitation of Liability

15.1 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY ONTARIO LAW, RENOVA'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY THE CUSTOMER TO RENOVA IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

15.2 Renova shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, punitive, exemplary, or consequential damages of any nature, including lost profits, loss of use, property damage caused by HVAC system failure, or personal injury, howsoever caused.

15.3 Renova makes no representations or warranties beyond those expressly stated in this Agreement. All implied warranties, including fitness for a particular purpose, are excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law.

16. Customer Indemnification

The Customer agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Renova Inc., its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any and all claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: (a) the Customer's breach of any provision of this Agreement; (b) any negligence or wilful misconduct by the Customer or their household; (c) any misrepresentation made by the Customer at or after enrollment; or (d) third-party claims arising from the Customer's use of Plan services.

17. Dispute Resolution

17.1 The parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute informally within 30 days of written notice. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to non-binding mediation administered by a mutually agreed mediator in Toronto, Ontario, prior to commencing any court proceedings.

17.2 Nothing in this section limits the Customer's right to pursue claims under the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 (Ontario) or Small Claims Court.

18. Force Majeure

Renova shall not be in breach of this Agreement, nor liable for any delay or failure to perform, to the extent caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including pandemic, labour disruption, supply chain failure, government order, civil unrest, extreme weather, or natural disaster. The Plan term is tolled for the duration of any such event.

19. Plan Transferability and Assignment

19.1 Premium Shield plans may be transferred to the new owner of the covered property upon a bona fide real estate sale, subject to Renova's written approval. Transfer requests must be submitted at least 14 days prior to the intended transfer date.

19.2 Basic Care and Standard Protection plans are non-transferable. No Plan is transferable to a different property or service address.

19.3 Renova may assign this Agreement to any affiliate, successor, or acquirer without Customer consent, provided service levels are maintained.

20. Amendments to Terms

20.1 Renova reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Customers will receive a minimum of 30 days' written notice (by email to the address on file) before material amendments take effect.

20.2 Continued enrollment after the notice period constitutes binding acceptance of the amended terms. Customers who do not accept amendments may cancel without penalty, provided written notice is received before the amendment effective date.

21. Privacy and Data Collection

By enrolling, you consent to Renova collecting, using, and disclosing your personal information for the purposes of administering this Agreement, processing payments, providing services, and sending communications related to your Plan. Renova's Privacy Policy (available at renovainc.ca) governs all data collection and use practices.

22. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement is governed exclusively by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the applicable laws of Canada. The parties irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario for any dispute not resolved through the process set out in Section 17.

23. Entire Agreement and Severability

23.1 This Agreement, together with the enrollment confirmation, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior representations, proposals, and understandings, whether written or oral.

23.2 If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

24. Acceptance and Authorization

By completing the online enrollment and checking the agreement checkbox, you confirm that you have:

  • (a) Read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions in their entirety;
  • (b) Authorized Renova to charge the designated payment method on a recurring basis;
  • (c) Acknowledged all service caps, exclusions, and cancellation rights herein;
  • (d) Confirmed this Plan is not insurance and does not replace any manufacturer warranty;
  • (e) Received, reviewed, and retained a copy of this Agreement.

Contact Renova Inc.

For questions about this Agreement or your Plan enrollment

Address

10 Four Seasons Pl

Etobicoke, ON M9B 0A6