Indianapolis, IN
So I have quickly become one of the go to repair guys for EM pins in my area. I have a day job that keeps me busy, pin repair has been a side gig. So far things have went well. I sometimes repair games on site but usually take them to my shop. I have a small disclaimer on each invoice and have the customer sign it before I take the game in my possession for repairs. It reads as follows;
“As owner of above named game I hereby authorize Indy Pinball Techs to remove, transport and repair my machine. In the event the machine is damaged while in Indy Pinballs possession due to accident or negligence, Indy Pinball shall repair to same condition or replace or reimburse current market value of machine if it’s totaled. I understand that although a time frame may have been discussed, there is no time limit on repairs while at Indy pinballs shop. As owner of the machine I reserve the right to come and get my game at any time, after paying half the quoted amount of repair. Upon completion and return of game in working order I hold Indy Pinballs tech harmless in the event of any damages incurred by the machine to my home or persons using game. As a part of this agreement, Indy Pinball agrees to 1 additional on site service call in the first two weeks of the games return.”
I have had one of my games catch fire while someone was playing it (Fireball...how ironic) I was present and quickly diffused it. I have seen games with evidence of fire damage in the head. When I retire from my day job I plan on carrying an insurance policy but for now I’m just doing about 3 repairs a month on the side, as well as working on my own projects.
I fear it’s only a matter of time before I run into an issue, any suggestions on improving my disclaimer verbage?
Sana'a
