City Commercial Floorcoverings – Terms and Conditions
Returns and Refunds
Proof of Purchase: All returns require the original sales receipt as proof of purchase.
Material Returns:
Within 48 hours: Unused, undamaged merchandise in unopened boxes will receive a full refund.
After 48 hours, within 30 days: Unused and undamaged merchandise qualifies for an in-store credit or exchange, subject to a 30% restocking fee.
Final Sale: Clearance merchandise, remnants, and items marked “as is” or “Final Sale” are non-returnable.
Refund Process:
Credit card refunds are issued to the original card.
Cash or check transactions are refunded via corporate check, with up to 14 business days for processing.
Special Orders: No returns or cancellations on special orders, including cut-to-fit items. Special orders must be paid in full at purchase.
Installation Information
Contractor Status: Installation is performed by an independent contractor. This does not affect pricing or warranties.
Damage Reporting: Report any visible merchandise or home damage immediately (within 3 days) by phone and in writing.
Acclimation and Installation Conditions:
Maintain temperature and humidity within manufacturer specifications.
Installers need access to electricity and water (tile & vinyl only).
Furniture and Property Responsibility:
The customer is responsible for moving furniture, unless pre-arranged with the installer for an additional fee.
The customer should remove items from furniture, dressers, tables, closets, and ensure pianos, pool tables, electronics, and breakables are handled properly.
City Commercial Floorcoverings is not responsible for damages due to the movement of items.
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Product Warranty: All floor coverings are covered by manufacturer warranties, details provided separately.
Installation Warranty: City Commercial Floorcoverings offers a 24-month labour warranty on installations, excluding:
Carpet: Visible seams.
Ceramic: Tile/grout cracking due to subfloor deflection or foundation settling.
Hardwood: Gapping and moisture-related issues.
Laminate: Moisture-related issues.
Vinyl: Visible seams.
Exclusions: Damage caused by improper maintenance, moisture, or abuse is not covered.
General Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Warranties apply only to owner-occupied residential spaces and must be professionally installed by City Commercial Floorcoverings.
Limitations:
Warranties are void for commercial use, abnormal conditions (e.g., water damage, fire), or abuse.
Claims require the original sales receipt for repair or replacement.
The warranty applies only to the original purchaser.
Seams and Color Variations: Seams may be visible, and color variations are accepted within industry standards. Hardwood, cork, and bamboo may have natural variations in grain and color.
Existing Conditions: If unforeseen structural issues are found during installation (e.g., termite damage), installation will pause until the issues are resolved by the customer.
Delivery and Installation Delays: City Commercial Floorcoverings is not responsible for delays due to weather, shipping, or other external factors.
Payment Terms
Deposits:
40% deposit required at contract agreement.
50% deposit on special orders and labour-only items.
Final Payment: Balance due before installation. If using financing, the promotional period begins when materials are ordered.
Service Charges: Balances not paid as agreed will incur a 1.5% monthly service charge (18% annually).
Collection Fees: In case of default, the purchaser will pay all costs of collection, including 15% attorney fees.
Miscellaneous Terms
Responsibility for Site Preparation: The customer must ensure that areas are clear and accessible for installation.
Property of Materials: All materials remain the property of City Commercial Floorcoverings until full payment is made.
Additional Charges: Any extra work, such as floor preparation, take-up of existing flooring, and moving of furniture, may incur additional charges.
Additional Conditions
Seam Visibility: While City Commercial Floorcoverings will attempt to minimize seams, they may be visible depending on the type of material, lighting, and installation method.
No Liability for Damages: City Commercial Floorcoverings is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from installation or product use.
Structural Integrity: The customer must ensure that subfloors meet installation requirements; problems arising from subfloor conditions are not covered by warranty.