Returns - Refunds - Australian Building Supplies
Australian Building Supplies Refund and Exchange Policy:
Refund
CHANGE OF MIND
If you have changed your mind, we may offer you an exchange or refund provided that:
- The items are returned within 7 days of purchase;
- The item is returned in saleable condition. That is the item is unused or unworn, in the original sealed packaging, tags attached, the item must not be broken or tampered with, the manual and accessories are included;
- A valid original invoice must be presented; and
The item is not subject to the exclusions listed below.
OTHER RETURNS
- You may be entitled to a refund if:
a) The product is faulty or is not of acceptable quality; or
b) The product is not fit for its intended purpose; or
c) The product does not match its sample or description.
Our staff reserves the right to assess the item (in our yard and online returns) to determine whether a refund, repair or replacement can be offered in accordance with the consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law.
Please note that delivery costs are non-refundable for returns. If you wish to return an item back to Australian Building Supplies, you are required to pay for all associated shipping costs.
Exchange
- Items returned for an exchange must be returned within 7 days of purchase and returned in saleable condition. That is,
a) The item is unused or unworn, in the original sealed packaging, tags attached; and
b) The item must not be broken or tampered with, the manual and accessories are included; and
c) A valid original invoice must be presented; and
d) The item is not subject to the exclusions listed below.
Our staff will assess the item (in store and online purchase) to determine whether a exchange will be offered in accordance with our Australian Building Supplies Refunds and Exchange Policy. If the above conditions are not satisfied, a 30% restocking fee may be applicable.
Please note that delivery costs are non-refundable for returns. If you wish to return an item back to Australian Building Supplies, you are required to pay for all associated shipping costs.
Excluded Exchange Items
Please choose carefully when purchasing as the following items are excluded from our Australian Building Supplies Refunds and Exchange Policy and will not be accepted for an exchange.
- Special order products where items have been specifically ordered for you and is not part of Australian Building Supplies’ core range.
- All respiratory protection is excluded due to hygiene and quality reasons.
- All hand sanitisers, disinfectant products and hand sanitisers refilled in store is excluded.
- All Thermal Imagers & Thermometers.
Damaged or Faulty Goods:
- We recommend you immediately inspect any goods that we deliver to you or that you collect from our yard, to ensure you are completely satisfied with the goods, including that the goods are of acceptable quality, and match the description we have provided to you.
- If your order arrives damaged, the quickest way to resolve the issue is to contact us via email at michael@ausbuildingsupplies.com.au or +61 425 325 703.
Warranty Claims:
- If the product supplied to you fails under warranty, you can lodge a warranty claim with Australian Building Supplies email us at michael@ausbuildingsupplies.com.au or visit one of our yard, alternatively you can lodge a warranty claim with the manufacturer for assessment.
- You will be required to produce the original invoice or other proof of purchase document disclosing the purchase date.
- All costs of return postage, transport, freight, travelling expenses, hiring tools and insurance are paid by the customer.
- The product must not have been misused, adjusted, modified or serviced by any person other than the manufacturer of an approved serviced agent from the manufacturer.
- Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. To the extent permitted by law, all other warranties whether implied or otherwise, not set out in these conditions of Warranty are excluded and Australian Building Supplies is not liable in contract, (including, without limitation, negligence or breach of statutory duty) or otherwise to compensate the customer for: Any increased cost or expense. any loss of profit, revenue, business, contracts or anticipated saving, any loss or expense resulting from a claim by a third party; or any special, indirect or consequential loss or damage of any nature whatsoever
Warranty Exclusions:
- Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Australian Building Supplies has no liability for, and is not required to provide Warranty Services under this Warranty if it relates to: Warranty services outside of business hours, mis-using or abusing the product or any of the accessories included.
- Operating the product in a manner that is not in accordance with the Instruction Manual supplied with the product.
- Using incorrect batteries, charges, accessories, or any unauthorised, non-genuine or non-standard parts.
- Tampering with the product in any way otherwise stated in the Instruction manual.
- Making mechanical adjustments inconsistent with the Instruction manual.
- Not having taken reasonable steps to prevent damage or failure from occurring to the product.
- Storing the product inconsistently to the instructions provided in the Instruction Manual.
- Neglecting or otherwise failing to maintain the product in accordance with the instructions in the Instruction Manual.
- Repairing or carrying out work on the product by any person other than the manufacturer or an authorized representative of the manufacturer.
- Accidental damage or damage caused by Force Major Events including environmental factors.
- Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet-light
- Natural impact with hard surfaces or damage cause in the transit of the product or to any damage.
- Damage caused by excessive heat or Cold.
- Damage caused by solvents, or water entry into the product.
- Damage caused by contact with sand, rust, corrosion, fire, vermin and insect infestation, power outages or surges or inadequate voltage or current.
- Abnormal product performance caused by any ancillary equipment interference or other external factors.
- Damage, failure or defects that occur for reason or reasons that were already disclosed to you or ought reasonably to have been disclosed to you prior to your purchase of the product.
- Normal wear and tear.
- Calibration
- Freight cost associated with transporting the product between you and the place of purchase.
- Products with serial numbers that have been altered or removed
- Consumable items supplied with the product or that are part of the product, such as battery packs.
Shipping Costs
If you wish to return an item back to Australian Building Supplies, you are required to pay for all associated shipping costs.
For further information or any questions regarding the Australian Building Supplies Refund, Returns or Repairs Policy, please contact us via email.