Frequently Asked Questions
PRIOR TO PLACING YOUR ORDER:
Are your prices competitive? What brand name treatments do you offer? We offer the top brands without the top prices. We buy from suppliers who purchase the same material goods as all the top brands.
Do you offer catalogs or brochures?
Will I be charged sales tax?
Are there shipping fees?
Do you ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or other countries?
How long before I receive my order?
WHEN PLACING YOUR ORDER:
What do you mean by inside or outside mount?
OUTSIDE MOUNTS hang outside the window above and beyond the opening. Usually due to insufficient opening depth, outside mounts may also be the only option because a handle or other hardware prohibits the mount to made inside the opening. Some situations allow for outside mounting on wood trim or casing. Outside Mounts are also used to make a window appear larger or to hide an unattractive window.
Is a minimum window depth required for an inside
mount?
What does the term color coordinated mean?
What installation hardware comes with my order?
Do screws or fasteners come with my order?
Are my online transactions secure on your website?
Will my credit card be charged when I place my order?
Will you sell or give away my personal information? Will I receive an order confirmation? Order confirmation is emailed once your order has been placed. Should you not possess an active email address, or have not received your confirmation within an hour of placing your order, please contact Customer Service. Once received, you have 24 hours to make any changes or corrections. Once production begins, orders cannot be changed. Shipping information will be emailed, to the address submitted previously, once the order leaves the manufacturing facility.
ONCE YOUR ORDER HAS BEEN PLACED:
Can I change or cancel my order?
Cancellation/Return Policy:
How do I check order status of tracking? Do installation instructions come with my order? Detailed installation instructions can be found under the "Measuring and Installation" tab on each product's page. Instructions may be included with some orders but, if not, please refer to our online instructions. SAVE ALL BOXES, CARTONS AND WRAPPINGS UNTIL YOUR WINDOW COVERINGS ARE INSTALLED AND OPERATING PROPERLY, AS THEY WILL BE NEEDED IN THE EVENT RETURNS ARE REQUIRED! What if my order is damaged during shipping? UPON DELIVERY - INSPECT YOUR MERCHANDISE: Immediately upon receipt, for any for damage that may have occurred during shipping. Any damage due to shipping will be addressed but, these IMPORTANT steps need to be followed: For orders shipped via a Ground Freight Company other than UPS or FEDEX you must: 1) Inspect the packaging for damage during delivery, inform the driver if damage is found and have it noted on your copy of the bill of lading; 2) Save all packaging; 3) Notify us by phone or mail within two business days of receipt. Any items damaged in shipping will be repaired or replaced at no charge. For orders shipped via UPS or FEDEX: If damage is discovered after the packaging has been opened, you must: 1) Save all packaging; 2) Notify us by phone or email within two business day of receipt. Any items damaged in shipping will be repaired or replaced at no charge. EXTREMELY IMPORTANT! For shipments via a Ground Freight Company - Failure to: 1) Have the driver note any visible damage to packaging on your copy of the "Bill of Lading"; 2) Save the packaging; 3) Notify FreeBlinds.com of this damage within two business days may result in charges for product repair or replacement. For shipments via UPS or FEDEX - Failure to: 1) Save all packaging; 2) Notify FreeBlinds.com of this damage within two business days may result in charges for product repair or replacement. For merchandise made incorrectly Upon receipt, inspect you order. Should any item(s) have been made incorrectly, you need to notify us by phone or email within two business days. Any incorrect items will be repaired or replaced at no charge. EXTREMELY IMPORTANT! Failure to notify FreeBlinds.com of any items made incorrectly within two business days of receipt, may result in charges for product repair or replacement. What if my order is made incorrectly? Upon receipt, inspect you order. Should any item(s) have been made incorrectly, you need to notify us by phone or email within two business days. Any incorrect items will be repaired or replaced at no charge. EXTREMELY IMPORTANT! Failure to notify FreeBlinds.com of any items made incorrectly within two business days of receipt, may result in charges for product repair or replacement. WARRANTY, SERVICE & CARE: Is there a warranty included with your products? A manufacturer's limited warranty is included with all of our window treatments unless a request was made that they be made in a manner contrary to the manufacturers recommendations. Complete warranty information, for each type of window treatment, is listed on their respective product pages. What if I need repairs? Please email Customer Service and we will assist you in determining whether the item can be repaired or must be replaced. If the problem is minor, one of our experienced staff may be able to direct you, step by step, in solving your problem. If the problem is repairable, yet requires factory attention, we'll assist you in returning the item to the factory. We'll also quote you on any applicable repair charges. Should the problem be determined a product defect, the repair will be made at no charge. How do I clean and care for my window treatments? General cleaning such as vacuuming, feather dusting or wiping with a damp cloth is all that is usually needed. You may also refer to your local yellow pages for professional blind cleaning companies that offer in home cleaning. INSTALLATION SERVICES: Do you recommend any blind installation companies? Nationwide Blind Installation is a company that provides a list of window treatment installation services throughout the US for anyone in need of installation. You may also want to check your local yellow pages under installation services or window treatment installers. What if I'm using a local blinds installer? When using a local installer it may be best to wait until you have all your blinds, and you have inspected them before scheduling your installation. Many installers have a minimum or trip charge. To avoid additional expense on your part, we recommend that you open your packages, making sure all necessary hardware is present, and that no damage occurred during shipping. In any event, FreeBlinds.com disclaims any responsibility for additional installer charges due to missing or damaged product.
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