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Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)

Occasionally we get asked the same questions from customers about our policies, terms and our general operations. To help others who may have the same question(s) on their mind, we have listed many of the common ones below with their corresponding responses. Left-clicking any of the questions below will take you to the response.

Sales

 

GENERAL:

Can you send me a quote by e-mail? 1

What forms of payment do you accept? 2

Do you offer gift certificates? 3

We are a school department, what is required to purchase from you? 4

Can I purchase plumbing and heating products from you for resale? 5

What is the warranty period of the products that you sell? 6

Can products that were discontinued by the manufacturer be returned for a refund? 7

I found a lower price on an item I want to purchase, will you match a competitor's price? 8

Do you sell floor models? If so, is there a discount on the price? 9

I've heard from another contractor that you offer discontinued and overstock product(s) at deep discounts, how can I find out what is available? 10

 

DELIVERY (SHIPPING):

Do you offer home delivery? If so, how much is the delivery charge? 11

Who pays the freight charges if I have something shipped to me? 12

Do you ship product internationally (outside the United States)? 13

I have scheduled a home delivery, what time will it be delivered? 14

 

RETURNS:

What are your returns policy on standard stock product? 15

If I order a custom made/special order product and I'm not satisfied with it, what are my options? 16

Do you charge a restocking fee on returned items? 17

 

REBATES:

How do I know if the product I purchased has a rebate and where do I obtain a rebate form? 18

Where do I submit my rebate? 19

I submitted a manufacturer's rebate but didn't get my money yet, what do I do? 20

 

SPECIAL ORDERS:

Is a deposit required on special orders? 21

How long does it take to receive a special ordered item? 22

If a specially ordered item is ready for pick up, would you warehouse it for me? Is there a storage charge? 23

Open Accounts

 

I am a contractor who works out of his home, can I open an account to purchase products from you? 24

I have a question about my account, where do I call to discuss? 25

Where are my payments to be mailed to? 26

Promotional

 

SPECIALS:

I won a door prize at the Providence Bruins game at the Dunkin Donuts Center, how can I pick-up my prize? 27

Is the $50 free gift card with any $500 purchase currently running? 28

 

E-MAIL MARKETING:

How do I register or subscribe to receive your company's sales flyer that you e-mail out to customers 29

I've been getting marketing e-mail from your company, but not that I'm retired, I no longer wish to receive these e-mails, how do I stop them from coming to my e-mail address (Unsubscribe)? 30

 

WEBSITE:

We are a vendor, do you accept banner ad placement on your web site? If so, how much does it cost? 31

Operations

 

When are you open for business? 32

Are you open on Sundays and holidays? 33

Is your staff really plumbing experts? 34

I'm trying to install a product from you but need technical assistance, is there a charge for this service? 35

On-Line Ordering (fastweb)

 

I'm an existing customer, how can I get access to the on-line ordering system? 36

The on-line ordering page says "system down for maintenance" when will the system be available again? 37

When I tried to access the on-line ordering system, an error comes up saying that the page can't be found, what am I doing wrong? 38

When I type in my user name and password to access the on-line ordering system, I get an "Invalid Login" or "Invalid Logind>", what is the problem? 39

My on-line balance shown in the on-line ordering system is different than my records show, there is an invoice I paid that is showing up as unpaid, why? 40

Some of the quotes I had setup in the on-line ordering system have disappeared, what happened? 41

Products/Services

 

I need help in the design layout of a new kitchen and bathroom, where do I go? 42

I need someone to install my new plumbing fixtures, do you offer installation services? 43

Does Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply rent installation tools? 44

Can Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply supply me with a worksheet of product needed for a new radiant heating system? 45

My water heater which is still covered under the manufacturer's warranty has a leak, how do I get it repaired or replaced? 46

Responses

   
Can you send me a quote by e-mail?

Response: Yes, we can send quotes via. fax, e-mail or traditional US mail.

   
What forms of payment do you accept?

Response: all branches accept cash, checks, Master Card, Visa, American Express, Discover. Purchases can be placed on an open account if you have an active and current account with us.

   
Do you offer gift certificates?

Response: yes, gift certificates are available at our showroom, Your Kitchen & Bath.

   
We are a school department, what is required to purchase from you?

Response: a purchase order from the school department signed by an authorized individual. 

 
Can I purchase plumbing and heating products from you for resale?

Response: yes, RI contractors must fill out a resale certificate. All contractors must provide proof of contractor's license

 
What is the warranty period of the products that you sell?

Response: Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply doesn't offer warranty above and/or beyond the manufacturer's warranty unless stated in writing.

 
Can products that were discontinued by the manufacturer be returned for a refund?

Response: no, unless stated in writing on the invoice or sales receipt.

 
I found a lower price on an item I want to purchase, will you match a competitor's price?

Response: our products are already sold at discount or wholesale prices, but if you do find a lower price at a competitor, bring in a copy of their ad and we will offer you a competitive price. Price match offers do not apply to competitors' offers; third-party offers; online auction sites; shipping charges; clearance or outlet merchandise and open-box items. Special offers or promotions such as mail-in incentives, gift-with-purchase and financing offers; services such as installation; or typographical errors.

 
Do you sell floor models? If so, is there a discount on the price?

Response: yes, when products become discontinued by the manufacturer, we will offer the floor models for sale. Some manufacturers restrict us from selling their items as "floor models." Please check with a sales clerk for floor models currently available for sale.

 
I've heard from another contractor that you offer discontinued and overstock products at deep discounts, how can I find out what is available?

Response: subscribe to our e-mail direct marketing program to get advanced notice of our sales and promotions

 
Do you offer home delivery? If so, how much is the delivery charge?

Response: yes, we do offer home delivery. Rates are as follows: Rhode Island deliveries are a $25 flat rate (does not include Block Island), Massachusetts and Connecticut deliveries are a $50 flat rate (does not include Martha's Vineyard or neighboring Islands). New Hampshire deliveries are $3.00-$50.00 depending on location. Customers are responsible for freight charges for special or custom orders shipped directly from the manufacturer.

 
Who pays the freight charges if I have something shipped to me?

Response: Customer is responsible for all freight charges.

 
Do you ship product internationally (outside the United States)?

Response: No, not at this time.

 
I have scheduled a home delivery, what time will it be delivered?

Response: Our shipping department will call you with an approximate delivery date and time prior to delivery.

 
What are your returns policy on standard stock product?

Response: unless otherwise indicated on the sales order or invoice, returns must be made within 30 days in their original factory packaging.

 
If I order a custom made/special order product and I'm not satisfied with it, what are my options?

Response: Sorry, but manufacturer's don't allow the return of products that were specially designed or custom tailored. Please contact your salesperson for other options.

 
Do you charge a restocking fee on returned items?

Response: yes, if items have been used or out of it's original packaging, we charge a 15% restocking fee. We do not accept returns that have a UPC code missing from the packaging, so be sure that you are not returning the item before submitting UPC codes for any manufacturer's rebates.

 
How do I know if the product I purchased has a rebate and where do I obtain a rebate form?

Response: Sales clerks are informed by sales representatives of any rebates or special offers running at any given time, also we post many rebate programs on our web site in the rebates & incentives area.

 
Where do I submit my rebate?

Response: Every manufacturer has their own procedures and rebate claim submission address, please consult the rebate form or the manufacturer for specific directions. Smithfield Plumbing & heating Supply Co. does not offer or process any rebates at this time.

 
I submitted a manufacturer's rebate but didn't get my money yet, what do I do?

Response: Contact the rebate processing center indicated on the rebate submission form, if no contact information is provided, please contact the manufacturer. Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply Co. does not process rebate requests which are provided by the manufacturer unless otherwise indicated in writing.

 
Is a deposit required on special orders?

Response: yes, a 50% deposit is required on special or custom orders. Your Kitchen & Bath has different terms and conditions specific to the brand(s) of product ordered.

 
How long does it take to receive a special ordered item?

Response: There is no standard processing time, it depends on the manufacturer's schedule and availability of raw materials to make the product. A salesperson will provide you with an approximate expected date of delivery when you place your order. Keep in mind that we are relaying this information from the manufacturer and we don't have direct control over the date of delivery of any special ordered product.

 
If a specially ordered item is ready for pick up, would you warehouse it for me? Is there a storage charge?

Response: no, we don't offer warehousing unless agreed upon at the time of purchase and stated in writing on the invoice or sales order.

 
I am a contractor who works out of his home, can I open an account to purchase products from you?

Response: yes, if you are in Rhode Island, a resale certificate must be filled out. Contractors outside Rhode Island must provide proof of an active contractor's license.

 
I have a question about my account, where do I call to discuss?

Response: accounts are handled at our corporate office at 1 Austin Avenue in Greenville, RI. Questions about a sales order or products can be made at the branch location closest to you.

 
Where are my payments to be mailed to?

Response: payments on an open account are to be mailed to 1 Austin Avenue, Greenville, RI 02828.

 
I won a door prize at the Providence Bruins game at the Dunkin Donuts Center, how can I pick-up my prize?

Response: Call the marketing department at 1 Austin Avenue in Greenville, RI for options available to you to receive your winning prize. No prize will be rewarded without a winning ticket stub or proof of winning.

 
Is the $50 free gift card with any $500 purchase currently running?

Response: not at this time, we will notify you automatically when the program is running if you subscribe to our e-mail direct marketing program. We will also post notices at all our branch sales' counters.

 
How do I register or subscribe to receive your company's sales flyer that you e-mail out to customers?

Response: subscribe on-line to receive our sales flyer, there is no cost or obligation to do so and you can unsubscribe at any time.

 
I've been getting marketing e-mail from your company, but now that I'm retired, I no longer wish to receive these e-mails, how do I stop them from coming to my e-mail address (unsubscribe)?

Response: you can unsubscribe at anytime by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the e-mail.

 
We are a vendor, do you accept banner ad placement on your web site? If so, how much does it cost?

Response: yes, we do offer banner ad placement from vendors, please contact our marketing department for current advertising rates.

 
When are you open for business?

Response: our opening hours are different at each branch location, please check our Locations & Directions page for current operating hours.

 
Are you open on Sundays and holidays?

Response: no, not at this time

 
Is your staff really plumbing experts?

Response: yes, unlike many big box stores, our staff consists of professionals with various levels of plumbing and heating systems knowledge. Some employees are licensed contractors, and all of our employees are required to participate in manufacturer's training seminars to obtain licenses or certification on the installation of plumbing and heating products.

 
I'm trying to install a product from you but need technical assistance, is there a charge for this service?

Response: If you are having problems with a product you purchased from us, general technical assistance on that product is available to you at no charge. Unfortunately due to the wide range of applications that plumbing products are used, we can't offer technical assistance for a specific application.

 
I'm an existing customer, how can I get access to the on-line ordering system?

Response: just fill-out and submit the on-line ordering application.

 
The on-line ordering page says "system down for maintenance" when will the system be available again?

Response: On occasion our on-line ordering system is taken off-line for general file maintenance and upgrades. The system is usually back on-line within 30-60mins. If the system will be down longer than 60 mins., a notice will be posted on our web site indicating the length of time the system will be down.

 
When I tried to access the on-line ordering system, an error comes up saying that the page can't be found, what am I doing wrong?

Response: The problem may not be with what you are doing. There are many things that can cause a "page can't be found" error (or 404 error). In most cases, its a lost of transmission somewhere between our servers and your computer. Wait a short time and try again. If you are still having the problem after 24 hours, please contact us so we can help.

 
When I type in my user name and password to access the on-line ordering system, I get an "Invalid Login" or "Invalid Logind>", what is the problem?

Response: Either you don't have access to the on-line ordering system or you are typing in the wrong username or password. Make sure you type the username and password in correctly and remember that these fields are case sensitive, for example an "R" is not the same as an "r". If you are still having problems, please contact us for assistance.

 
My on-line balance shown in the on-line ordering system is different than my records show, there is an invoice I paid that is showing up as unpaid, why?

Response: It may take up to 1-2 business days before payments or product returns are reflected in your on-line account. If after 1-2 business days your account doesn't show those transactions, please contact our billing department for assistance.

 
Some of the quotes I had setup in the on-line ordering system have disappeared, what happened?

Response: Quotes remain active for 2 years before they are purged (removed from our system).

 
I need help in the design layout of a new kitchen and bathroom, where do I go?

Response: Our showroom, Your Kitchen & Bath, has a state-of-the-art kitchen and bath design computer system. Just bring in your drafts and rough dimensions, and professionals can provide you with a detail layout and virtual photos. 

 
I need someone to install my new plumbing fixtures, do you offer installation services?

Response: no, we don't offer installation services, but can recommend professional contactors to assist you in your new or remodeling building project.

 
Does Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply rent installation tools?

Response: yes, to licensed contractors only. Some complex tools may require that you have had proper training in it's use. We charge very reasonable rental fees of $5-$50/day to contractors. Please see our rental area of web site for more information.

 
Can Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply provide me with a worksheet of product needed for a new radiant heating system?

Response: yes, just bring in your rough dimensions of the room or rooms you would like to heat, and we can provide you with a detail floor layout and project worksheet with total costs.

 
My water heater which is still covered under the manufacturer's warranty has a leak, how do I get it repaired or replaced?

Response: not a problem, if the water heater was purchased at and Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply branch, just contact us for product repair/replacement under warranty.

   
   
 
 
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