Warranty

LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. WARRANTY

LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. warrants to the original purchaser of its product(s), that it will repair or replace defects in materials, workmanship, and/or fabric found to exist in its products during the applicable warranty periods defined below if purchased from LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. or an authorized LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. dealer, subject to the exclusions, limitations, conditions, and provisions noted below. All repairs and replacements under the following warranties will be performed by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. or an authorized LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. dealer or representative as selected by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. The obligation of LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any part deemed defective by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. during the applicable warranty period.

MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY

LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. warrants to the original purchaser of its product that LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. will repair or replace any products found to be defective in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date. For the purposes of this warranty, MATERIALS is defined as: webbing straps, thread, buckles, poles, logo, tags, Velcro®, grommets, 2” flat band or any other item(s) utilized in the construction of the final product excluding fabric (see below). For the purposes of this warranty, WORKMANSHIP is defined as: all aspects of the construction leading to the final product. This warranty is further subject to the exclusions, limitations, conditions, and provisions noted below. LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. warranty does not extend to products such as the SeaSucker® vacuum cups, Mate Series products, or any other products that are manufactured by another separate entity, which may be instrumental in the use of any product manufactured and produced by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. These products may be covered by the warranty offered by the manufacturer but ARE NOT COVERED by the LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. WARRANTY. 

FABRIC WARRANTY

LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. warrants to the original purchaser of its product that LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. will repair or replace any fabric found to be defective for the period(s) specifically outlined below. For the purpose of this warranty, FABRIC IS DEFINED as: the Resilience® material utilized in both the Boat Shades and Harbor Shades or any other manufactured products which may be produced by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. This warranty is further subjected to exclusions, limitations, conditions and provisions noted below.

  • Resilience® guaranteed to be free of defects for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

The following is excluded under the LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. WARRANTY:

  1. Improper Use
  2. Accident or Negligence
  3. Unauthorized Modifications or Changes
  4. Improper Care or Maintenance
  5. Mold or Mildew
  6. Orders Placed Incorrectly
  7. Theft or Loss
  8. Acts of God

WARRANTY CLAIMS

To be considered eligible for repair or replacement during the applicable warranty period, the original product(s) must be provided to LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. If the product falls within the applicable warranty period and is within three (3) months of the original purchase date, all expenses for a claim related to shipping will be assumed by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. If the product falls within the applicable warranty period but is greater than three (3) months from the original purchase date, the product owner is responsible for charges incurred when shipping to LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC.

Boat Shades and Harbor Shades provided by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. are allowed fifteen (15) days for exchange and five (5) days for a return. All shade deals are final after the above time period.

Boat Shades and Harbor Shades are not meant for permanent use. Shades should be removed after every use.

To file a claim for warranty service, the product owner must contact LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC., within the applicable warranty period, and obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. No returns will be accepted without an RMA number. LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. can be contacted at:

LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC

WARRANTY CLAIMS

4651 FRANCHISE STREET

NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA 29418

(843) 760-6101

support@laporteproducts.com

Products without an RMA number clearly visible or included in the package will result in denial of receiving shipment. Package will be returned. LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. is not liable for any items damaged, misplaced, or lost during the shipment.

GENERAL PROVISIONS

This warranty gives you specific rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina, United States of America.

This document contains the entire warranty as given by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC.

There are no terms, promises, conditions or warranties other than those contained herein. No oral or written information or advice given by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC., its dealers, representatives, agents or employees shall create a warranty by LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. or in any way increase the scope of this warranty. LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. does not authorize any person to alter or amend this warranty or to create or assume for it any other obligation or liability with respect to its product. LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in prices, design, colors, specifications, materials, fabric, options, etc., or to improve its products through changes in products previously manufactured and is under no obligation to replace or modify any products constructed prior to  such changes. LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. reserves the right to inspect all claims against our warranties.

THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF, AND LAPORTE INC. DISCLAIMS, ANY OR ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, WHATSOEVER INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATIONS, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF ANY PERSON WHETHER IN CONTACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE AND LAPORTE PRODUCTS, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE, LOST PROFITS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY WHICH IS NOT DISCLAIMED HEREIN FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE.

In the event that the above disclaimed and exclusion of warranties and damages are inconsistent with applicable law, those disclaimers and exclusions are limited to the maximum permitted by applicable law, and all remaining implied obligations and warranties are limited in duration to a period of one (1) year or such shorter period as permitted by applicable law. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.