Terms & Conditions
Oakshade Nursery, Inc.
Terms and Conditions
Oakshade Nursery, Inc. Landscape Services – 609-268-1502 NJ HIC# – 13VH01725300
Main Office Address: Fax – 609- 268- 3100 NJ Pest. LISC# – 54504B
434 Oakshade Rd. Info@oakshade.com NJ IRR. LISC# – 676679
Shamong, NJ 08088 www.oakshade.com
Taurean Sprinklers & Town Pride are divisions of Oakshade Nursery, Inc.
Additional Terms and Conditions may apply – available at www.oakshade.com/terms-conditions
** Fertilizer & Lawn Terms & Conditions
** Irrigation – Installation, Renovation/Revamp & Service
** Landscape – Project, Service & Property Maintenance
** Product information for Fertilizers, Weed Control, and other products available at www.oakshade.com/fertilizer-notification
**Customer accepts that company has proper insurance required – viewable at www.oakshade.com/insurance
- FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CONTRACTORS AND THE CONTRACTORS’ REGISTRATION ACT, CONTACT THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY, DIVISION OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS AT 1-888-656-6225.
- It is understood between customer and company that work of the nature proposed is weather dependant and can be delayed or prolonged by such. Also, job timing and duration can be affected by material availability and availability of customer. In addition, the inability of other contractors or suppliers to supply materials to site which are necessary for the job proposed, but whose actions and circumstances are beyond control of company.
- The parties hereto acknowledge that all terms and conditions of this agreement are contained herein and neither party enters into this agreement based upon any verbal/written assurances before the execution of this agreement that are not contained in this agreement. By signing this agreement, customer is indicating that they have read this agreement & subsequent links, acknowledge its terms, understand its conditions, and agree to fulfill its terms and conditions. This proposal shall not be binding until executed by customer and by company – either by representative or via email communication/emailed estimate.
- The parties hereto acknowledge that the description of work to be completed is based on an evaluation of surface conditions and prices and scope of work is determined based on that. Underground and unforeseen additional repairs may be necessary in the course of work described; of which customer is responsible to pay additional for.
- In all cases where product is supplied by company is warranted by a supplier or manufacturer such warranties shall be passed along to customer by company. All landscape work is warranted for 1 year; parts and labor; by Oakshade Nursery.
- Seasons are defined as the following: Winter – December 16-Feb 28; Spring – March 1 – June 15; Summer – June 16 – August 30; Fall – Sept. 1 – December 15.
- Proposed work dates to be within 60 days from acceptance of proposal, unless agreed to otherwise in writing.
- 2% interest per month, compound interest, and $45.00 per month late fee will be assessed on any balances; unless agreed to otherwise in writing and executed by both parties as a part of this proposal. If customer defaults by not paying, then Oakshade Nursery may bring a lawsuit for the collection of the remaining balance. Customer agrees that in this event, they are to pay amount due and owing plus any collection charges, administrative costs, legal fees & court costs associated with bringing lawsuit; in addition to any and all necessary costs to collect the balance. This agreement may be recorded in County Clerk’s office and a lien placed on the property; all costs associated with lien are responsibility of homeowner as well.
- Customer accepts that signature and acceptance of this contract by Oakshade is assumed by the electronic email & communication here-in contained. Customer also accepts that services may overlap between divisions and that all terms and conditions may be applicable OR that some will not apply depending on services/projects they accept.
- Oakshade will be paid in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. Any exceptions are to be approved customer and Oakshade in writing. A customer account becomes classified as “delinquent” after 30 days of non-payment.
- This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey.
- YOU MAY CANCEL THIS TRANSACTION WITHOUT ANY PENALTY OR OBLIGATIONS BEFORE MIDNIGHT OF THE THIRD BUSINESS DAY AFTER RECIEVEING A COPY OF THIS CONTRACT, DATE NOTED BELOW (THREE (3) WORKING DAYS) IN THE EVENT THREE (3) WORKING DAYS ELAPSE WITHOUT NOTICE OF CANCELLATION ARRIVING AT COMPANY FROM CUSTOMER IN WRITING, COMPANY SHALL BE FREE TO ORDER SPECIALIZED GOODS RETURNABLE, AND NON-REFUNDABLE; INCUR LABOR ASSOCIATED WITH THE ASSEMBLING OF SUCH GOODS; AND ANY COSTS INCURRED BY OTHER CONTRACTORS AS PART OF THIS AGREEMENT – OF WHICH CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SHOULD TERMINATION OF CONTRACT OCCUR AFTER 3 DAY GRACE PERIOD. NOTICE CAN BE RECEIVED BY COMPANY VIA FAX, CERTIFIED LETTER, EMAIL OR BY PERSONALLY DELIEVERED NOTICE TO COMPANY. PHONE CALL OR TEXT MESSAGE CANCELLATIONS DO NOT APPLY REFUND TO CUSTOMER TO BE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS OF CONTRACTORS RECIPET OF CANCELLATION NOTICE.
- Severability – If any provision of this Agreement is held illegal or unenforceable in a judicial proceeding, such provision shall be severed and shall be inoperative, and, provided that the fundamental terms and conditions of this Agreement including, without limitation, remain legal and enforceable, the remainder of this agreement shall remain operative and binding on Client and Oakshade.
Oakshade Nursery is a corporation of New Jersey. Its offices are located at 434 Oakshade Rd; Shamong, NJ 08088. The person to contact regarding this agreement is ___Steven Zimmer__________ and can be reached at 609-268-1502.
Landscape & Property Maintenance
- Additions or changes to contract or project elements are to be made in writing and executed/confirmed by customer & company representative. On-site changes or ‘during construction’ changes can be made with expressed verbal or written consent of customer. In case where verbal consent is given; written confirmation of the changes, completion of the changes, or payment at ‘end of project’; is considered confirmation/approval of such changes. Changes/additions involving adjustments to estimated costs or extras added shall be invoiced to customer separately.
- Bulk Quantities listed on proposal are approximations because of the variability of natural materials and typical construction techniques. Leftover materials after project completion are considered ‘extra as necessary’ to complete project and are property of Oakshade Nursery.
- Irrigation – New irrigation system installation (no previous system) work is warranted for 1 year; parts and labor; by Taurean Sprinklers/TownPride. External pumps and all parts necessary to; drawing from lake or above ground body of water are covered for 6 months parts and labor. In case of Revamps, addition of new zones to existing systems, or repairs; labor is not covered by warranty as underground conditions could cause unforeseen complications (i.e. dirt in pipes, unknown cracked pipes, faulty valves, broken wires, ect.)
- Customer is responsible for the completion of winterization of sprinkler system (blow out of all underground pipes) and proper care of system; Failure to will void all irrigation related warranties.
- All original plantings, installed by Oakshade Nursery, are guaranteed by Oakshade Nursery for 1 year provided proper care is given i.e. water, fertilizer, etc. Proper care includes defense against deer, rabbits, animals, ect. Annuals/Seasonal Plantings & Flower Bulbs do not carry a guarantee of any kind. Guarantee on sod for thirty (30) days only, assuming proper care is given i.e. water, fertilizer, etc. Customer acknowledges receipt of Landscape Care Instructions provided by Oakshade Nursery.
- Damage to work completed or plantings caused by nature/acts of god (i.e. heavy snow, fallen trees, structural damage, ect.), customer actions, or unforeseen situations to no fault by customer or Oakshade/Taurean/TownPride are not covered under warranty.
- Termination of the contract/proposal can only be made in writing. This contract may be cancelled by homeowner, with cause, upon written notice. Owner must notify Oakshade Nursery in writing of cancellation with detailed explanation and noting time, date, and reasons for termination. Oakshade will then be provided 1 week, or a reasonable amount of time if conditions are not favorable, to rectify problem and hope to continue with contract. Upon dissolution of contract terminated before end/completion of project, a final bill of services rendered will be submitted and due within 30 days; termination negates any discounts for combination of pieces of project as laid out (if applicable) and also forfeits any and all “no charge” items (as listed) – each of which carry a contractual value of $0.01. Any “no charge” items or services provided will be billed with the final bill of services rendered and will be submitted as per above. Termination of the contract also terminates Oakshade’s responsibility for any and all warranties, monetary liability for warranties as they carry no value, and additionally releases Oakshade from any and all liability to the property, homeowner, project, and any other situations predictable or unforseen. By signing this agreement, Homeowner acknowledges this.
- Customer understands that Oakshade’s work is inherently dependant on the weather and conditions that may develop from such weather. This may result in possible delays and will be informed of such by Oakshade via onsite, phone, fax, text, email, or other reasonable means. It is soley in Oakshade’s discretion the conditions in which aspects of the project can be completed or when conditions are or not favorable and in which ways Oakshade chooses to complete the project. Customer also understands that any and all work; warranty or otherwise; will not be performed unless customer’s account is brought up to date prior to any work being completed whether that is billable or warranty work. It is soley within Oakshade’s discretion to perform work; warranty or otherwise; because of a non-payment, late payment, or ‘holding of money’.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to report any problems, concerns, or potential warranty claims to company in a timely fashion so that they may be rectified as per above. It is NOT the responsibility of Oakshade/Taurean/TownPride to continually monitor customer’s property for problems and issues. If customer terminates agreements for problems, concerns, and/or warranty claims that are unreported until the time of termination or not reported in a timely fashion, then no credits or discounts will be due to customer for such issues.
Irrigation Division
Installation, Renovation/Revamp & Service/Maintenance
Terms & Conditions
Taurean Sprinklers & Town Pride are divisions of Oakshade Nursery, Inc.
NJ HIC# – 13VH01725300
NJ PEST. LISC# – 54504B
NJ IRR. LISC# – 676679
- Irrigation – New irrigation system installation (no previous system) work is warranted for 1 year; parts and labor; by Taurean Sprinklers/TownPride. External pumps and all parts necessary to; drawing from lake or above ground body of water are covered for 6 months parts and labor. In case of Revamps, addition of new zones to existing systems, or repairs; labor is not covered by warranty as underground conditions could cause unforeseen complications (i.e. dirt in pipes, unknown cracked pipes, faulty valves, broken wires, ect.)
- Customer is responsible for the completion of winterization of sprinkler system (blow out of all underground pipes) and proper care of system; Failure to will void all irrigation related warranties.
- The parties hereto acknowledge that the description of work to be completed is based on an evaluation of surface conditions and prices and scope of work is determined based on that. Underground and unforeseen additional repairs may be necessary in the course of work described; of which customer is responsible to pay additional for. Additions or changes to contract or project elements are to be made in writing and executed/confirmed by customer & company representative. On-site changes or ‘during construction’ changes can be made with expressed verbal or written consent of customer. In case where verbal consent is given; written confirmation of the changes, completion of the changes, or payment at ‘end of project’; is considered confirmation/approval of such changes. Changes/additions involving adjustments to estimated costs or extras added shall be invoiced to customer separately.
- New irrigation system installation (no previous system) work is warranted for 1 year; parts and labor; by Taurean Sprinklers/TownPride. In all cases where product is supplied by company is warranted by a supplier or manufacturer such warranties shall be passed along to customer by company. External pumps and all parts necessary to; drawing from lake or above ground body of water are covered for 6 months parts and labor. In case of Revamps, addition of new zones to existing systems, or repairs; labor is not covered by warranty as underground conditions could cause unforeseen complications (i.e. dirt in pipes, unknown cracked pipes, faulty valves, broken wires, ect.)
- Damage to work completed or plantings caused by nature/acts of god (i.e. heavy snow, fallen trees, structural damage, ect.), customer actions, or unforeseen situations to no fault by customer or Oakshade/Taurean/TownPride are not covered under warranty.
Fertilization & Pest Control Division
Lawn Fertilization Programs & Applications
Terms & Conditions
Taurean Sprinklers & Town Pride are divisions of Oakshade Nursery, Inc.
NJ HIC# – 13VH01725300
NJ PEST. LISC# – 54504B
NJ IRR. LISC# – 676679
- 100% Guarantee does not apply for insect, fungus/disease control and/or prevention, moss control applications, irrigation design defects, or improper watering. Seeding does not carry a guarantee because of the variations in sun/shade, soil, germination time-periods, weather, etc that are beyond the control of Oakshade/Taurean/TownPride. Any problems/concerns with seeding & germination should be reported within 2 weeks of application.
- Additions or changes to contract or project elements are to be made in writing and executed/confirmed by customer & company representative. On-site changes or ‘during construction’ changes can be made with expressed verbal or written consent of customer. In case where verbal consent is given; written confirmation of the changes, completion of the changes, or payment at ‘end of project’; is considered confirmation/approval of such changes. Changes/additions involving adjustments to estimated costs or extras added shall be invoiced to customer separately.
- This contract may be cancelled by homeowner, with cause, upon written notice. You will receive a confirmation by email. You may not cancel work that has already been performed. Owner must notify Oakshade Nursery in writing of cancellation with detailed explanation and noting time, date, and reasons for termination. Oakshade will then be provided a reasonable amount of time to rectify problem and hope to continue with contract, at their discretion. Upon dissolution of contract terminated before end/completion of such, no further applications will be made. If there are any outstanding balances or credits, a final bill of services rendered/owed will be submitted and due within 30 days; termination negates any discounts on services provided within the calender year. Termination of the contract also terminates Oakshade’s responsibility for any warranties, monetary liability for warranties as they carry no value, and additionally releases Oakshade from any and all liability to the property, homeowner, project, and any other situations predictable or unforseen. By accepting this agreement, Homeowner acknowledges this.
- Prices and terms are subject to change after initial calendar year.
- Core Aeration, Thatching & Slit Seeding – Customer understands that sprinkler heads and shallow objects need to be marked out ahead of time and that it is the responsibility of homeowner/customer to be sure it is completed (or ordered from company) before we complete aeration. Company will mark heads/obstructions that we can see, but company accepts no responsibility for damages to wires, pipes, hidden dog fence or any other items not buried at least 5 inches deep. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you have damage to underground objects from this process, we will not aerate your lawn in the future in order to avoid further damage, unless requested to by homeowner/customer. If we have accidentally damaged a sprinkler head with the aerator and not repaired it automatically, it is the responsibility of the customer to call us immediately to have the subsequent repair completed. Repair requests for broken heads beyond 72 hours will be billed at normal rates.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to report any problems, concerns, or potential warranty claims to company in a timely fashion so that they may be rectified as per above. It is NOT the responsibility of Oakshade/Taurean/TownPride to continually monitor customer’s property for problems and issues. If customer terminates agreements for problems, concerns, and/or warranty claims that are unreported until the time of termination or not reported in a timely fashion, then no credits or discounts will be due to customer for such issues.
Oakshade Nursery is a corporation of New Jersey. Its offices are located at 434 Oakshade Rd; Shamong, NJ 08088. The person to contact regarding this agreement is ___Steven Zimmer__________ and can be reached at 609-268-1502.
Consumer Affairs Notification:
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CONTRACTORS AND THE CONTRACTORS’ REGISTRATION ACT, CONTACT THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY, DIVISION OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS AT 1-888-656-6225.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER
YOU MAY CANCEL THIS CONTRACT AT ANY TIME BEFORE MIDNIGHT OF THE THIRD BUSINESS DAY AFTER RECEIVING A COPY OF THIS CONTRACT. IF YOU WISH TO CANCEL THIS CONTRACT, YOU MUST EITHER –
- SEND A SIGNED AND DATED WRITTEN NOTICE OF CANCELLATION BY REGISTERED OR CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED; OR
- PERSONALLY DELIVER A SIGNED AND DATED WRITTEN NOTICE OF CANCELLATION TO:
OAKSHADE NURSERY
434 OAKSHADE ROAD
SHAMONG, NJ 08088
(609) 268-1502
IF YOU CANCEL THIS CONTRACT WITHIN THE THREE-DAY PERIOD, YOU ARE ENTITLED TO A FULL REFUND OF YOUR MONEY. REFUNDS MUST BE MADE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CONTRACTOR’S RECEIPT OF THE CANCELLATION NOTICE.
IN THE EVENT THREE (3) WORKING DAYS ELAPSE WITHOUT NOTICE OF CANCELLATION ARRIVING AT COMPANY FROM CUSTOMER IN WRITING, COMPANY SHALL BE FREE TO ORDER SPECIALIZED GOODS RETURNABLE, AND NON-REFUNDABLE; INCUR LABOR ASSOCIATED WITH THE ASSEMBLING OF SUCH GOODS; AND ANY COSTS INCURRED BY OTHER CONTRACTORS AS PART OF THIS AGREEMENT – OF WHICH CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SHOULD TERMINATION OF CONTRACT OCCUR AFTER 3 DAY GRACE PERIOD.
***BY SIGNING AND/OR ACCEPTING THIS AGREEMENT, CUSTOMER ALSO ACKNOWLEDGES RECEIPT OF A COPY OF THIS SIGNED CONTRACT WITH ALL MODIFICATIONS AND CHANGES AS OF THE DATE OF THE CONTRACT STATED ABOVE