Terms & Conditions

TERMS & CONDITIONS

PAYMENT METHODS

CURRENCY & VAT

Essops Home is a South African based company and hence, items are sold in South African Rands (ZAR) and include 15% VAT.

All major credit and debit cards, as well as EFT payments, are accepted. In the case of EFT payments, proof of payment must be forwarded to the relevant store. Please allow 3 business days for the receipt of EFT funds to be confirmed. Goods will only be released for collection or delivery once the receipt of funds has been confirmed.

We also offer lay-byes up to 6 months interest-free. Payment for products collected from the store must be made in full before the product leaves the store. The product remains the property of Essops until payment is received in full

We also accept payments through Instant EFT’s and Mobicred on the online portal.
Our banking details are as follows:

Bank: FNB

Account Name: Essops Home

Account Number: 62018063842

Branch Name: Village @ Horizon

Branch Code: 250655

Account Type: Cheque Account

Please view the video below on how to use the Mobicred option.

VOUCHER VALIDITY

Vouchers are valid only for the period as stipulated on the voucher. Vouchers can only be redeemed in-store. Vouchers are not refundable. Unfortunately, lost vouchers cannot be replaced.

Vouchers are valid for 1 year.

DISCOUNTS, PROMOTIONS & SALES

• Pay for it your way
• No credit checks needed
• Without the interest and extra costs
  
• Up to 6 months
• Payout early option

EXCHANGES

Essops will exchange any damaged or flawed products returned in an unused condition within 10 days of purchase. Product exchanges requiring delivery will be transported to the original delivery address within South Africa.

It is acknowledged that exchanges are subject to product availability at the time of the request for exchange. Essops will check the condition of products presented for exchange or returned as in accordance with Delivery and Collection paragraphs(whichever is applicable) products are deemed to have been supplied in good condition as checked by the customer at the time of purchase, delivery or collection.

Essops is unable to exchange goods where product characteristics and/or imperfections were pointed out prior to purchase. Handling fees may be applicable to exchanges/returns. For public health reasons, Essops cannot accept the return of some items.

No special orders will be subject to exchange/cancellation/return/refund. Physically altered or partially disassembled products may not be returned. Should the customer change their mind about a purchase but the product is unflawed or undamaged Essops is not obliged to accept the return. Products purchased during the annual sale will be subject to the terms and the conditions of the sale.

CANCELLATIONS & RETURNS

When returning a product, you must provide proof of purchase. The product must be unused and in the original condition. Wear and tear, product characteristics and explained pre-existing conditions will be considered prior to acceptance of goods presented for return.

Once a return has been approved, the product may be exchanged for other items or credit note will be issued.

If you wish for us to collect the product, contact the store where you placed your order or made the purchase. We reserve the right to charge you for this service.

The customer should present the original invoice as proof of purchase for all exchanges and returns. We regret no exchanges, returns or refunds without the original invoice.

Please Note : A 10% handling fee will be raised on canceled orders

A) PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN-STORE/ COLLECTED Products should be returned to Essops at the customer’s expense within 10 days of purchase/collection. Essops will check the condition of products being returned as explained in the Exchanges and Returns paragraph.

B) PRODUCTS DELIVERED The customer should check products being delivered immediately (refer to Delivery paragraph) and note any defects on the POD (proof of delivery) document while the Essops Delivery Team is on-site. Such items should be returned to the delivery personnel.

C) SERVICES RENDERED services rendered to the customers are non-refundable- these include

• Masterguard / X- shield
• Delivery
• Furniture assembly
  
• Interior design services

WARRANTY

All our Lounge suites come with a 1 year comprehensive Warranty on workmanship (Including Mechanism where applicable) and 5 years on the frame.

Essops will only be liable to honor a warranty if:

• The defect existed at the time of delivery and manifested during the warranty period;
• The defect did not arise due to normal wear and tear or misuse/abuse by the customer;
• The product concerned is used for the purpose intended and in a domestic environment

(Unless the latter requirement is waived by Essops in writing); i.e. commercial use is not warranted;

• The customer duly complied with the care instructions and maintenance.
• The customer provides the original invoice;

If the product is assembled by Essops logistics in accordance with the suppliers’ specifications. Essops warranty provides for the free repair or replacement of any faulty component.

If the product is collected and assembled by the customer, the client must at his own cost, deliver and collect the product concerned to and from the store or our Warehouse.

LEATHER WARRANTY

• Solvent spills
• Ink
• Paint
• Body fluids (human or animal)
• Improper cleaning techniques
• Placing furniture outdoors in direct sunlight or close proximity to an open heat source (heaters, fire places, barbeque stands)
• Sitting on arms and backs of the sofas
• lack of seating rotation
  

1.2 Extreme use is considered damaged caused by more than normal wear and tear this includes:

1.1. Defects or damage arising from negligence, abuse or misuse, including (but not limited to) improper maintenance – referred to as ‘dressing’, exposure to water, direct sunlight, coastal air, chemicals, accidents, any use for which the product was not designed nor does it cover ordinary wear and tear; failure to comply with Essops care instructions or specifications

1. Warranties do not apply to:

Upholstered furniture is warranted for a period of 1*year from date of delivery/collection in respect of the frame and craftsmanship. (*also refer to IMPORTED PRODUCTS WARRANTY) The warranty does not extend to the fabric or leather used to upholster the product as this is subject to wear and tear associated with use. Furthermore, usage and treatment in the customer’s environment is beyond Essops’ control.

UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE WARRANTY

Essops uses amongst its many materials…natural full-grain leather. Therefore, certain variations may occur. Dye lots may vary resulting in slight colour variations. No two hides are identical. Scratch marks, stretch marks, brand marks, scuff marks and tick bite marks are characteristics of natural full-grain leather and are often visible. These are not defects but are considered to add character to the leather. To make sure you take optimal care of your leather products, please read the Care Instructions which are available Here.

WOOD,STONE, STAINLESS STEEL & GLASS WARRANTY

Products consisting of Wood, Stone, Stainless and glass are not covered by the warranty.

IMPORTED PRODUCTS WARRANTY

All imported products are warranted for a period of 1 year from date of delivery/collection in respect of frame and workmanship.

CONDITION OF DISPLAYED PRODUCTS

If the subject matter of the sale is the particular product that is on display in the Essops showroom as viewed by the customer, then the product is sold to the customer in the specific condition in which it is and the customer agrees to accept the relevant product in that condition.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Essops will not be liable for damages that may be suffered by the customer as a result of gross negligence or a willful or intentional act or omission

COLOUR DESCRIPTIONS & UNIQUE FEATURES

While every effort is made to ensure that the product you buy, including wood, fabric and leather products, corresponds as closely as possible to the sample shown in our stores or on our website, slight differences may occur. We regret that no responsibility can be accepted for variations which add to the unique characteristics of each product.

REFUNDS

In the unlikely event that a product does not comply with the purpose it was intended to be used and is therefore fundamentally flawed and an exchange or repair is not possible, a refund may be requested .

REFUNDS PROCEDURES: Once the product has been received and checked by Essops, the customers banking details will be verified in order to issue a credit note. The refund will be processed by Head Office upon receipt of the credit note and will be paid into the verified bank account. All refunds are paid on either the 15th of the month or at the end of the month, subject to Head Office processing cut-offs. Allow 2-4 business days for the refund to reflect.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Selected products are advertised on the Essops website (www.essops.co.za ). Most of these products are displayed and available in Essops stores. Details of all our stores appear on the Essops website. The availability of any of the products can be confirmed with their preferred store.

The colour, texture and composition of fabric may vary from that of the swatch or the products displayed in store or on our website due to dye lot variations and upholstery processes.

The following may occur in leather products:

• Dye lots may vary
• Colour variations may occur due to multiple hides required to make up the product
• Marks, tick bite scars, scratches, stretch marks and scuff marks are characteristic of full grain leather and are therefore not defects. Prominent brand marks may also be visible and are not considered defects. Solid timber products may have natural markings, cracks and colour variations due to the nature of the product; these are the characteristics of a natural product and not defects or signs of damage.

Some products are made from reclaimed and/or recycled materials and will therefore have markings, colour variations, scratches and dents.

These products may also have holes, nails and metal caps inconsistently visible on the product, due to the fact that materials have been recycled or reclaimed from their original use and are often hand crafted. The characteristics mentioned are not defects or signs of damage.

Outdoor hanging chairs carry a 150kg weight restriction; please refer to product information in store or from our customer care department in order to prevent a possible hazard.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS AND MAINTENANCE

Care instructions and maintenance advice regarding the use and application of products are provided for all products.

DELIVERY INFORMATION

Delivery charge excludes assembly

Please enquire with sales consultant / Select assembly on checkout
The delivery has to be paid at the time of the purchase. The delivery will only be scheduled once the invoice is fully paid together with all logistic costs.

** Free deliveries only in Gauteng & Durban . Not Available Nationwide. For Online Purchases Only.

Circumstances that are unforeseen or beyond Essops control may result in changes to the agreed delivery date and time of which the customer will be telephonically informed and alternative arrangements will be made.

The customer is required to inspect products on delivery.

The customer or the person taking delivery on behalf of the customer will be required to produce a valid identity document(ID card, Drivers licence, passport) sign a proof of delivery (POD) and the Own collection indemnity (OCI). Unless indicated to the contrary on the POD, it is deemed that the product has been delivered and received in good condition and, where appropriate, in accordance with the customer’s specifications.

On delivery, the crew will arrive and deliver your order to the room of your choice. Please assist us by clearing pathways and removing ornaments and other objects that might get in the way. We are not responsible for any form of breakage or damages. Packaging is normally removed and taken away unless you request us not to do so. Products requiring assembly (Billed seperately)  will be assembled on site by our trained personnel.

DELIVERY POLICY

Check the dimensions of the space in which the product will be placed. Please Check our website or Ask your consultant for sizes and dimensions.

Measure any staircase, doorways and corridors the product will have to pass through, including space for maneuvering and turning. As an environmentally conscious company, we at Essops make every effort to recycle our waste. Our delivery crews will remove and retain all protective packaging used during transportation of goods to your home.

Please ensure that our delivery vehicles are given safe and ample space and access to offload

(especially in complexes and residential estates). Please let us know when placing your order if there are any access restrictions or special needs, which must be considered to ensure a successful delivery.

For further information regarding our deliveries and requirements, please contact your nearest store and speak to one of our sales consultants who will be able to assist you.

STANDARD DELIVERY – CHARGES & TIME FRAMES

We pride ourselves on the fact that our delivery staff are both competent and courteous. Our Delivery is outsourced to Essops Logistics division.

Should you not be available on the scheduled date of delivery, and the delivery vehicle has to return with your products, a re-scheduled delivery will be arranged and an additional delivery fee will be charged. Specific delivery times cannot be made or agreed to at the time of order ,and Essops does not deliver on sundays and public holidays .

A premium charge will be effected on saturday deliveries and on deliveries that are required sooner than the above stipulated days.

PRODUCT ASSEMBLY

Products purchased from Essops home, can be assembled by the Logistics team, at an additional charge (please confirm this with your sales consultant at the point of Purchase)

Product assembly by customer is not recommended. Should the customers opt to assemble products, kindly refer to assembly instructions included with the product. Essops does not accept responsibility for items damaged due to incorrect assembly by a customer. Such items will not be considered for returns or refunds.

COLLECTING AT A STORE

Lead time from our Warehouse to the selected store is dependent on stock availability and store location. Please ask our store consultant to advise on lead time. The store will arrange and confirm the collection with the customer.The customer or person collecting the product must produce the original invoice in order for Essops to release the product. The person producing the original invoice shall be deemed to be the duly authorized agent of the customer. Unless indicated to the contrary on the collection note it is deemed that the product has been collected and received in good condition and, where appropriate in accordance with the customer’s specifications.

The authorized collecting agent must sign the OCI document and produce a valid identity document when collecting the goods. Essops will not in any way be liable for damages that may occur after the products have been handed to the customer or person collecting on behalf of the customer or during the loading and conveyance thereof. It’s the customer’s responsibility to ensure that a suitable collection vehicle is utilized in order to accommodate the size of the product in an upright position and that it is loaded and secure to prevent damage.

The customer is also responsible for supplying the necessary consumables e.g. rope and blankets to stabilize the product during transportation

COLLECTION AT WAREHOUSE (CHAMDOR FACTORY OUTLET)

Once goods are paid in full, collection from our Warehouse can be arranged. Collection will Only be allowed with prior arrangement. To arrange please contact the sales consultant/store where the purchase was made a day before or early on the day of collection. The store will arrange and confirm the collection date and time with our warehouse team.

The customer or person collecting the product must produce the original invoice in order for Essops to release the product. The person producing the original invoice shall be deemed to be the duly authorized agent of the customer. Unless indicated to the contrary on the collection note it is deemed that the product has been collected and received in good condition and, where appropriate in accordance with the customer’s specifications.

The authorized collecting agent must sign the OCI document and produce a valid identity document when collecting the goods. Essops will not in any way be liable for damages that may occur after the products have been handed to the customer or person collecting on behalf of the customer or during the loading and conveyance thereof. It’s the customer’s responsibility to ensure that a suitable collection vehicle is utilized in order to accommodate the size of the product in an upright position and that it is loaded and secure to prevent damage.

The customer is also responsible for supplying the necessary consumables e.g. rope and blankets to stabilize the product during transportation

GENERAL

Unless any applicable law prescribes otherwise, any agreement made with Essops Home to buy a product shall be governed by the laws applicable to South Africa.

Essops makes every effort to ensure that the information we provide is correct. Errors & Omissions excepted (E&OE). However, we cannot be held responsible for any form of misprint or defect. Details of your order should be checked and confirmed by yourself when your order is placed and signed off (We do not hold ourselves responsible for any incorrect orders placed).

CUSTOMER PRIVACY POLICY

Essops Home shall take all reasonable steps to protect the personal information of users. For the purpose of this clause, "personal information" shall be defined as detailed in the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000 (PAIA). The PAIA may be downloaded from: http://www.polity.org.za/attachment.php?aa_id=3569.

PAYMENT OPTIONS ACCEPTED

Payment may be made via Visa, MasterCard, or by bank transfer into the Essops bank account, the details of which will be provided on request.

CARD ACQUIRING AND SECURITY

Card transactions will be acquired for (Your Company) via PayGate (Pty) Ltd who are the approved payment gateway for all South African Acquiring Banks. DPO PayGate uses the strictest form of encryption, namely Secure Socket Layer 3 (SSL3) and no Card details are stored on the website. Users may go to www.paygate.co.za to view their security certificate and security policy.

CUSTOMER DETAILS SEPARATE FROM CARD DETAILS

Customer details will be stored by (Your Company) separately from card details which are entered by the client on DPO PayGate’s secure site. For more detail on DPO PayGate refer to www.paygate.co.za.

MERCHANT OUTLET COUNTRY AND TRANSACTION CURRENCY

The merchant outlet country at the time of presenting payment options to the cardholder is South Africa. Transaction currency is South African Rand (ZAR).

RESPONSIBILITY

Essops Home takes responsibility for all aspects relating to the transaction including sale of goods and services sold on this website, customer service and support, dispute resolution and delivery of goods.

COUNTRY OF DOMICILE

This website is governed by the laws of South Africa and Essops Home chooses as its domicilium citandi et executandi for all purposes under this agreement, whether in respect of court process, notice, or other documents or communication of whatsoever nature, 40 Van Eck Street, Chamdor, Krugersdorp, 1754.

VARIATION

Essops may, in its sole discretion, change this agreement or any part thereof at any time without notice.

COMPANY INFORMATION

This website is run by Essops (Pty) Ltd. based in South Africa trading as Essops Home and with registration number 2013 / 169607 / 07 and Vat Number : 4650127394. (Director : Cassim Motala)

Essops Home contact details
Company Physical Address:
Essops Home
40 Van Eck Street
Chamdor
Krugersdorp
1754
Tel: 0107860700
Email: admin@essops.co.za