How To Order

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you protect my privacy?

Your information is secure with us - we only use it to process your transaction and never share your information with anyone.

Ever!!!

The only time we will ever use your email address is to ask you a question concerning your order or greenhouse kit.

Is my credit card information safe with you?

This site utilizes Secure Sockets Layer, an advanced data encryption system used to ensure the security and confidentiality of information exchanged between your browser and the ShopSite e-commerce server. All of your personal information (including credit card numbers) will be encrypted and then transmitted from your browser to the e-commerce system securely. This information is only viewed by us. You will notice that it takes just a moment to connect into the secure area and that there is a small lock icon on the bottom right of your browser whenever you are prompted to enter information.

When will my greenhouse kit arrive?

You should expect to receive delivery within 10-14 business days in the 48 contiguous states unless otherwise noted.

How do I cancel my order?

To cancel your order, use our online help desk. Include your order number, name, billing address, and items ordered. We'll acknowledge your ticket upon receipt and let you know as soon as possible if we were successful in canceling an order that has not yet entered our shipping department or is on backorder.

Orders that are already in the shipping system cannot usually be canceled although we will make every attempt to do so at your request. The cancellation process is costly to us, so once an order has been sent to our shipping department, or transmitted to a vendor for shipment, there will be a cancellation fee of 5% of your order total if we are able to cancel your order.

What is your return policy?

If you are not satisfied with your purchase, just notify us within 30 days from the date you receive your order (After 30 days there are no returns and the manufacturer's warranty applies). We will happily refund the purchase price, less 15%, of your item(s) or exchange the item(s), as you wish.

Products whose prices include free shipping: An additional 10% of the greenhouse price will be charged for returned greenhouses to cover original shipping costs.

Customer is responsible for shipping costs to send the items back to the manufacturers. If customer paid for original shipping costs the shipping charges are not refundable, and COD packages are not accepted. Any discounts given will be subtracted from returned merchandise refunds. Damaged or missing items noticed upon delivery should be reported promptly and will be replaced at our expense. Returned products must be in original condition. This includes original packaging material, manuals, and all other accessories provided by the manufacturer.

To return a product, you will need to obtain a RMA (return merchandise authorization) number.

Just use the online help desk to request an RMA. Our customer service representative will give you an RMA number to be placed on your package(s). Returns without an RMA number will not be accepted.

What methods of payment do you accept?

We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, money orders, and regular checks. Please note that we wait for all checks to clear the bank before shipping your greenhouse kit.

We will work with purchase orders - however we do require payment before shipping.

Tell me more about using my credit card to make a purchase?

Your credit card will be billed at the time your order enters the shipping process in our warehouse or is sent to a vendor for factory-direct shipment.

Custom-made items that require production time may be billed well in advance of delivery. Please do not be concerned as this is normal for such items.

In the unusual event that we have not been notified of a backorder prior to submitting an order to a vendor for factory-direct shipment, you may be billed ahead of shipment.

The American Greenhouse Kit Company will not be responsible for delays in processing your order if the credit card billing and shipping information that you provide does not match the information on file with your credit card company. For your own security, most credit card companies maintain an "alternate address file" of authorized shipping addresses for their cardholders. To advise your credit card company of an authorized shipping address, please phone the number on the back of your credit card and they will update your "alternate address file" promptly.

What do I do when the shipment arrives?

PLEASE NOTE:
On larger greenhouses, and other large items that ship by freight, the purchaser is responsible for getting the items off of the delivery truck. We recommend you have at least 2-4 people to help you remove your items. The driver is not responsible for removing the packages. Also, some freight trucks are too large and are not able to deliver up your driveway. You are then responsible to remove the items and transport them by other means, carry them or by pick-up truck, to your house. If you have questions please contact us.

Do not refuse delivery for minor damage.
If a package is damaged, check the contents for damage before refusing delivery. If damage appears to be minor, and only a few items need to be replaced, we recommend accepting the shipment (or at least any undamaged packages) after making note of damages on delivery receipt. Doing this will speed up the replacement process in many cases because parts can be shipped sooner and faster delivery methods can be used.

Inventory the shipment.
Check the number of boxes received against the number shown on the driver's delivery sheet. If there is a shortage, write the number of missing boxes on your copy and the driver's copy of the receipt, and have the driver sign both copies.

If there is any problem with your shipment please contact us using the online help desk - we will quickly make any arrangements needed to fix any problems.