Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.) |
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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
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GENERAL:
Can you send me a quote by e-mail?
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What forms of payment do you accept?
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Do you offer gift certificates?
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We are a
school department, what is required to purchase from
you?
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Can I purchase plumbing
and heating products from you for resale?
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What is the
warranty period of the products that you sell?
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Can
products that were discontinued by the manufacturer
be returned for a refund?
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I found a lower price on an item I want to purchase,
will you match a competitor's price?
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Do you sell floor models? If so, is there a discount
on the price?
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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?
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DELIVERY (SHIPPING):
Do you offer home delivery? If so, how much is the
delivery charge?
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Who pays the freight charges
if I have something
shipped to me?
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Do you ship product internationally (outside the
United States)?
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I have scheduled a home delivery, what time will it
be delivered?
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RETURNS:
What are your returns policy on standard stock
product?
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If I order
a custom made/special order product and I'm not satisfied with it,
what are my options?
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Do you charge a restocking fee on returned items?
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REBATES:
How do I know if the product I purchased has a
rebate and where do I obtain a rebate form?
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Where do I submit my rebate?
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I submitted a manufacturer's rebate but didn't get
my money yet, what do I do?
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SPECIAL ORDERS:
Is a deposit required on special
orders?
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How long does it
take to receive a special ordered item?
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If a specially ordered item is ready
for pick up, would
you warehouse it for me? Is there a storage charge?
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I am a contractor
who works out of his home, can I open an account to
purchase products from you?
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I have a question about my account, where do I call
to discuss?
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Where are my payments to be mailed to?
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SPECIALS:
I won a door prize at the Providence Bruins game at
the Dunkin Donuts Center, how can I pick-up my
prize?
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Is the $50 free gift card with any $500 purchase
currently running?
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E-MAIL MARKETING:
How do I register or subscribe to receive your
company's sales flyer that you e-mail out to
customers
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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)?
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WEBSITE:
We are a vendor, do you accept banner ad placement
on your web site? If so, how much does it cost?
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When are you open for business?
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Are you open on Sundays and holidays?
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Is your staff really
plumbing experts?
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I'm trying to install a
product from you but need technical assistance, is
there a charge for this service?
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I'm an existing customer, how can I get access to
the on-line ordering system?
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The on-line ordering page says "system down for
maintenance" when will the system be
available again?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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Some of the quotes I had setup in the on-line
ordering system have disappeared, what happened?
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I need help in the design layout of a new kitchen
and bathroom, where do I go?
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I need someone to install my new plumbing fixtures,
do you offer installation services?
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Does Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply rent installation tools?
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Can Smithfield Plumbing & Heating Supply supply me
with a worksheet of product needed for a new radiant
heating system?
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My water heater which is still covered under the
manufacturer's warranty has a leak, how do I get it
repaired or replaced?
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Responses |
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Can you send me a quote by e-mail?
Response: Yes, we can send quotes via. fax, e-mail
or traditional US mail. |
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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. |
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Do you offer gift certificates?
Response: yes, gift certificates are available at
our showroom, Your Kitchen & Bath. |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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Who pays the freight charges
if I have something
shipped to me?
Response: Customer
is responsible for all freight charges. |
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Do you ship product internationally (outside the
United States)?
Response: No, not
at this time. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Are you open on Sundays and holidays?
Response: no, not at this time |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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.
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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.
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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. |
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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). |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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