Shipping and warranty policy

Shipping & Warranty

Delivery, Shipping and Warranty Policy

When you order items online you are confirming you agree to our Delivery, Shipping and Warranty Policy.

Delivery and Shipping Policy

home living online shall determine the manner of shipping our items to you. Where possible, we ship items with our couriers and give our couriers full permission to leave all parcels at residential addresses in preference to this parcel returning to the courier’s depot. The parcel will only be given permission to be left at a safe place at a residence and will not be left in any place that the courier deems unsafe to theft. If a customer does not prefer to have an authority to leave, the customer must advise home living online before ordering and may incur a re-delivery fee.

Estimated Delivery Times

We are unable to guarantee a delivery on any specific dates or times as this is not something our delivery partners would be able to guarantee either.

Timeframes are estimate only and for further details, please see the information regarding our couriers below.

Kindly allow for a minimum of 10 days for your delivery across all States.

Approximate delivery timeframes are:

VIC

5 - 10 Working Days

NSW, SA, ACT

6 - 15 Working Days

QLD

6 - 15 Working Days

WA, NT, TAS

10 - 19 Working Days

Delivery of bulky items such as mattresses, bed frames, some larger furniture, electronics etc, may delay these times by a further 1-4 business days.

Commencement of Shipping and Tracking

Delivery time starts once your payment has been cleared and the item has been dispatched from our warehouse. This usually takes 1-2 working days from receipt of cleared payment.

We will send you order tracking details from one of our couriers. Please allow up to 48 hours from time of notification sent for the couriers online tracking information to be updated.

Investigations into the status of deliveries will not be lodged by home living online until the estimated delivery date has lapsed.

Please note, some items are shipped in multiple boxes, these may not all arrive on the same day depending on how the local courier dispatches boxes to certain addresses and postcodes.

Our Couriers

The couriers and delivery services we use may change from time to time. The time frames are estimates only and our process for selecting a courier for your order indicative only.

Some details as to our couriers follow below, however we recommend you contact the courier to discuss or visit their website to review their terms and conditions. These may also change from time to time without notice to us.

Australia Post

Items that weighs 22 kg or less will typically be dispatched with eParcel, Australia Post’s Internet enabled freight system. Each parcel will carry a barcoded address label and you will be able to view the location of your item at various points in the delivery process via Australia Post’s online tracking tool.

When your order is dispatched, you will be given a consignment number. You can use the number to track your order at the Australia Post’s website.

Please visit http://auspostcom.au/track/ and use the tracking number given to track your item.

Aramex Australia

Parcels that weighs over 22 kg may be dispatched with Amarex. Aramex provides a reliable courier distribution service across Australia. Their comprehensive fleet and professional team will ensure items delivered safely to your door.

You will receive an email confirmation of your order including a tracking number, as soon as your orders are dispatched.

Parcels dispatched with Aramex are collected from our premises on a daily basis. Each parcel will carry a barcoded address label and you will be able to view the location of your item at various points in the delivery process via Aramex's website.

A non- PO Box address is required for Aramex's delivery. If you fail to provide the correct information, your parcel will not be dispatched until the accurate information is received by our customer service team.

To track item that is dispatched with Aramex, please visit http://www.aramex.com.au and use the given tracking number.

Allied Express

Parcels that weighs over 22 kg may be dispatched with Allied Express. Allied Express is the biggest and independently owned courier company in Australia with offices in all major mainland capitals.

Each parcel will carry a barcoded address label and you will be able to track you items through the Allied Express website. Allied Express will contact you prior to delivery via SMS or phone number.

Allied Express requires consignment note and the postcode of the destination to track item at http://alliedexpress.com.au/ or call 131521 for more queries.

Hunter Express

Parcels that weighs over 22kg may be dispatched with Hunter Express. Each parcel will carry a barcoded address label and you will be able to track you items through the Hunter Express website.

A non- PO Box address is required for Hunter Express’s delivery. If you fail to provide the correct information, your parcel will not be dispatched until the accurate information is received by our customer service team.

If the delivery is missed, the item may be returned to the depot. Our customer service team will inform you of the redelivery if they get the notification from Hunter Express. With the tracking number, you can track the parcel anytime at https://www.hunterexpress.com.au/home

Toll Group

Parcel with weigh less than 30kg may be dispatched with Toll. Toll is a major integrated logistics provider with an Asia Pacific focus. They provide safe, secure transport services. Each parcel will carry a barcoded address label and you will be able to track you items through the Toll website.

A non- PO Box address is required for Toll’s delivery. If you fail to provide the correct information, your parcel will not be dispatched until the accurate information is received by our customer service team.

If the delivery is missed, you should receive a card with instructions on how to find your parcel. You can visit Toll website to arrange a re-delivery. With the tracking number, you can track the parcel anytime at https://www.tollgroup.com/tools/mytoll

TNT

Parcels sent from our Brisbane operation will generally be despatched with TNT. TNT is one of the world’s largest and most trusted transport logistics company. TNT operates Australia wide.

Each parcel will carry a barcoded address label and you will be able to track your items through the TNT website. TNT will contact you prior to delivery via SMS or phone number.

TNT requires consignment note number to track item at http://www.tnt.com/express/en_au/site/home.html or call 131150 for more queries.

Undeliverable Packages

In the unlikely event that your parcel is returned to us, our customer service representative will contact you via email. Fees and charges will apply for a customer failing to pick up a parcel in an acceptable time frame.

Inaccurate Address

If there are any address discrepancies with your order the item is returned us, a customer care team member will be in touch. A re-delivery cost will occur for any items that are returned to us.

Unsuccessful Delivery Attempt

If no one is present when the order arrives and it is being delivered by a courier supplier, a notification will be left in the mail box for you to pick up your parcel in your local Post Office or local collection point. A re-delivery cost will occur if you are not home at the arranged time and some couriers do not re-deliver after missed attempts (Example - Australia Post). If you miss deliver attempts by some couriers, you are responsible for arranging pick up at the local collection point without cost to home living online

During the Coronavirus pandemic couriers have adopted a contactless delivery model. Which, in some cases, will mean that the courier will leave the items in a safe place.

Rejected by Receiver

If your item is a gift, please ensure the receiver knows about it to avoid parcel rejection. A re-delivery cost will occur if parcel has to be re-sent.

The expected time delivery given by each courier is for reference only. Delivery might take longer than expected due to various
reasons. If you do not receive your item within 10 business days, please contact our customer service team.

Pick up or arranging your own courier is not available at our warehouse to ensure our distribution centre can dispatch all goods efficiently at all times.

Undeliverable Postcodes

We do not ship to the following postcodes

Due to the limited access of our carriers, there are certain postcodes that we are unable to deliver to. Please refer to the list below for more details. There may be some exceptions, please contact us at info@homelivingonline.com.au for more details.

There may be other postcode exclusions than specified below, we do our best to include all relevant postcode inclusions in the list below, but unfortunately cannot list all postcodes Australia wide.

In order to service you, we can find and coordinate with other freight companies that may deliver to your area – additional charges may apply.

Orders for delivery to postcodes with no shipment service will be cancelled and refunded automatically.

All items:

Postcode

State

Suburb

5701

SA

WOOLUNDUNGA

6740

WA

DRYSDALE RIVER

6740

WA

MITCHELL PLATEAU

6740

WA

OOMBULGURRI

6740

WA

KALUMBURU

6740

WA

PRINCE REGENT RIVER

6740

WA

WYNDHAM

6743

WA

WARMUN

6743

WA

CAMBRIDGE GULF

6743

WA

LAKE ARGYLE

6743

WA

DURACK

6743

WA

GIBB

6743

WA

KUNUNURRA

7151

TAS

HEARD ISLAND

7151

TAS

DAVIS

7151

TAS

MAWSON

7151

TAS

MACQUARIE ISLAND

7151

TAS

MCDONALD ISLANDS

7151

TAS

CASEY

Bulky items:

Postcode

State

0800-0999

NT

2641-2717, 2831-2898, 2899

NSW

4400-4499, 4680, 4184, 4700-4805, 9920-9959

QLD

4806-4899, 4900-4999, 9960-9999

QLD

5701

SA

6055

WA

7151

7303

TAS

6215-6699

WA

6700-6799

WA

Warranty Policy

Warranty

Some items come with a 12 month warranty which you may seek a refund or replacement for the item.

Extended warranties for your peace of mind may also be available for some items. Please refer to the item listing for warranty period.

The warranty periods apply from the date of purchase of the product and any claim under this warranty must be made within 12 months

Subject to the terms and conditions of this warranty, where your goods are defective within 12 months of your purchase, home living online agrees to repair the goods, provide you with a replacement or provide you with store credit or a refund for the full amount of the purchase price (in the event that it is not possible to repair the goods or a replacement is unavailable).

Australian Consumer Law

Please note that this Warranty Policy does not impact your rights under the Australian Consumer Law and Regulations. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. The warranties and item support that we offer and provide pursuant to our Terms and Conditions are in addition to the consumer warranties and guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law.

Imeframes

To lodge a claim under these warranty conditions you must contact us within 10 working days from receipt of the item. We reserve the right to refuse any claims under this warranty after this period.

home living online  treats all warranty claims seriously and thoroughly investigates each instance. Please allow up to 10 business days for warranty claims to be investigated and resolved.

Lodging a Warranty Request

When logging a warranty claim, please let us know the following information:

  • Your Name and Email Address;
  • A description of the issue or problem;
  • Order number, the item name and serial number, if applicable;
  • Number of boxes received
  • Date of purchase; and
  • For items that faulty or damaged, photo and or video footage detailing the problem.

Your request needs to be sent to info@homelivingonline.com.au

Please be aware that we receive a high amount of correspondence from Facebook and email that have different names to the order, such as maiden names and Facebook profiles.

Proof of purchase can be provided by order confirmation receipt, order number or similar.

Faulty and Damaged Items

Where an item has been delivered either faulty or damaged, for a warranty claim to be opened the customer must provide.

  • Your Name and Email Address;
  • A description of the issue or problem;
  • Order number, the item name and serial number, if applicable;
  • Number of boxes received
  • Date of purchase; and
  • For items that faulty or damaged, photo and or video footage detailing the problem.

Your request needs to be sent to info@homelivingonline.com.au

Exclusions

This warranty is not available for:

  • Change of mind or incorrect order by you;
  • Damage due to misuse by you or the user;
  • Any accessories or bonus gifts, including (but limited to) batteries, carry bags, etc;
  • Cosmetic damage, to boxes, packaging or exterior surfaces (including during transit);
  • Damage caused by use with another item;
  • Damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, liquid contact, fire, earthquake or other external cause;
  • Damage caused by operating an item outside any guidelines published for use;
  • Items that have been modified to alter functionality or capability without the prior written permission of Factory Buys;
  • Defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to the normal ageing of the Item,
  • If we believe the item is stolen based on information provided by law enforcement authorities, or
  • Where proof of purchase (invoice or paid Order confirmation) cannot be provided.

Further Information

Please see our Refunds and Returns Policy for further information, otherwise you can contact home living online Support at info@homelivingonline.com.au for all warranty and product support requests.

Refunds and Returns Policy

Your Rights under Australian Consumer Law

If an item you buy fails to work or do what you asked for, you have the right to ask for a repair, replacement or refund under the Australian Consumer Law. The remedy you're entitled to will depend on whether the issue is major or minor.

Where refunds will not be available

As we offer an online service, it is the customer's responsibility to ensure they check the item description and size carefully before ordering.

Unless stated in this Refunds and Returns Policy, return of item and/or refund due to change of mind is not allowed.

Costs of return postage

You are entitled to return an item if you believe that there is a problem. You are generally responsible for returning the item if it can be posted or easily returned. You are entitled to recover reasonable postage or transportation costs from us if the item is confirmed to have a problem, so keep your receipts.

When items are too large, too heavy or too difficult to remove, we will pay for reasonable shipping costs or collection within a reasonable time of being notified of the problem.

You do not have to return items in the original packaging in order to get a refund, however we ask that you do so if the original packaging is available, as this will aid the item reaching us safely.

For a refund, you will need to return the items by post or deliver. Please follow our Refunds and Returns Policy. This policy is aimed to prevent unnecessary costs to you. We recommend that you keep your original item packaging if possible. Should you need to return an item for repair under warranty and not have the original packaging, you will bear the responsibility for safely packaging your Item for transport and Factory Buys accepts no liability for any damage that may occur in transit.

We reserve the right to charge you for any postage costs incurred for returns should we find the item not have a problem or if you’ve changed your mind.

We will charge a re-stocking fee where items are returned due to change of mind or wrong address entered at checkout.

Steps and Return Procedure

Please do not return the faulty item to us without contacting us first. For us to assist you, we require that prior to retuning goods to us you:

  • Check the item or items for damages or faults;
  • Record the damages or faults by picture or videos; and
  • Email the picture or videos to us along with a detailed description.

To make a claim, you must provide us with a copy of your tax invoice or any kind of proof showing that you purchased the item from us. You need to also describe the problem precisely and provide evidence to support your claim, and state whether you are requesting a replacement, repair, refund or credit. This will enable us to review your claim. If you do not follow this procedure additional charges, such as postage and handling, may apply.

Once assessed and approved by our team, you will be contacted to proceed with the return, refund or replacement process.

A refund or replacement will not be provided if items are being misused, mishandled or mistakenly installed. Customers are responsible for following the instructions and advice given by the manufacturers.

Timeframes and method for refunds

All refunds will be made via the original payment mechanism and to the account who made the original payment.

Refunds generally take to 5-7 working days to process, and will notify you once the refund has been processed. However, please allow an additional 5 working days on top for your financial institution to process it.

Contacting us

If you have any queries, contact us at info@homelivingonline.com.au