Effective Date: December 1, 2024
Welcome to Plow Pros. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Plow Pros mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”). The Platform connects individuals and businesses needing snow-removal services (“Users”) with independent third-party service providers (“Contractors”).
By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Platform.
1. PLATFORM ROLE & NATURE OF SERVICES
1.1 Technology Platform Only
Plow Pros is a technology platform facilitating connections between Users and independent Contractors. Plow Pros does not perform snow removal.
1.2 Independent Contractors
All Services are performed solely by independent Contractors. Contractors are not employees, agents, partners, or representatives of Plow Pros.
1.3 No Guarantee of Service
Service availability is not guaranteed and may vary due to weather, demand, equipment, and Contractor acceptance.
2. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP
2.1 No Employment Relationship
These Terms do not create any employment, partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship.
2.2 Contractor Autonomy
Contractors decide how, when, and whether to accept Service requests.
2.3 No Liability for Contractor Actions
Plow Pros is not responsible for contractor-caused damages, delays, negligence, equipment issues, or incomplete work.
3. ACCOUNT REGISTRATION
3.1 Accurate Information
Users and Contractors must provide accurate registration information.
3.2 Age Requirement
You must be 18 or older.
3.3 Prohibited Account Activities
You may not impersonate others, use false information, operate multiple identities, or misuse the Platform.
4. USE RESTRICTIONS
You agree not to use:
bots, scrapers, crawlers, or automation tools;
hacks, reverse engineering tools, or attempts to bypass protections;
harmful code or malware;
fraudulent or illegal methods;
attempts to access accounts not belonging to you.
5. PAYMENTS & TRANSACTIONS
5.1 Pricing
Pricing varies by weather, demand, location, and market conditions.
5.2 Payment Authorization
You authorize Plow Pros to charge your payment method for completed Services.
5.3 Finality of Transactions
All transactions are final unless Plow Pros decides otherwise.
5.4 Chargebacks
Fraudulent chargebacks may lead to account termination, collections, and legal action.
6. CONTRACTOR INSURANCE & REQUIREMENTS
6.1 Contractor Responsibility
Contractors must maintain all legally required insurance and compliance.
6.2 No Insurance Verification
Plow Pros does not verify insurance unless explicitly stated.
6.3 User Assumption of Contractor Risk
Users hire Contractors at their own risk.
7. CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTATION, SELF-CERTIFICATION & LIMITED REVIEW
8. USER RESPONSIBILITIES
8.1 Accurate Information
Users must provide correct service details.
8.2 Hazard-Free Area
Users must ensure the service area is free of hazards.
8.3 Weather Delays
Service delays may occur during storms or extreme weather.
8.4 Driveway Staking
Users are responsible for staking boundaries; Plow Pros is not liable for unmarked areas.
9. DATA COLLECTION & INFORMATION SHARING
Plow Pros may collect Platform data and share information with insurers, claims processors, legal counsel, or authorities when necessary.
10. WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
All services are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.”
Plow Pros disclaims all warranties, express or implied.
11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Plow Pros’ total liability is limited to the lesser of $100 or the amount paid for the Service.
Users release Plow Pros from claims arising from Contractor actions.
12. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify Plow Pros for claims related to your use of the Platform or your failure to comply with these Terms.
13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Binding arbitration
No class actions
Anchorage, Alaska venue
One-year limitation to file claims
14. TERMINATION
Plow Pros may suspend or terminate accounts for violations, fraud, or harmful behavior.
15. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms are governed by Alaska law.
16. FORCE MAJEURE
Plow Pros is not responsible for delays caused by weather, storms, outages, equipment failure, or other events outside reasonable control.
17. CHANGES TO TERMS
Terms may be updated at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance.
18. NOTICES
Notices may be sent through the app, email, or website.