Welcome to Pond Care Tools Shop! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing our site or making a purchase, you agree to be bound by these terms. Please read them carefully.

At Pond Care Tools Shop, we’re passionate about helping water garden enthusiasts create and maintain beautiful pond environments. These terms are designed to protect both you and us while ensuring a positive shopping experience.

1. User Responsibilities

As a user of our website, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information when creating an account or placing an order
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Use the website only for lawful purposes
  • Not attempt to undermine the security or proper functioning of our website
  • Be responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • Verify that the products you order are suitable for your specific needs
  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the use of pond care products

2. Products and Services Description

Pond Care Tools Shop specializes in premium pond care products including:

  • Artificial Aquatic Plants
  • Pumps and Pump Accessories (External Pond Pumps, Check Valve Assemblies)
  • Filtration Systems (Pressurized Filters, Skimmer Filters, Filter Pads & Media)
  • Lighting Solutions (Halogen Lights, LED Lights, Lighting Accessories)
  • Plumbing & Fixtures
  • Plants & Snails (including Lotus)
  • Replacement Parts and Replacement UV Bulbs

We make every effort to display our products as accurately as possible. However, actual colors and specifications may vary slightly due to monitor settings and product enhancements.

All product descriptions are provided in good faith but we do not warrant that they are completely error-free.

3. Order and Payment Terms

Order Process

When you place an order:

  • You receive an order confirmation email (this is not a acceptance of your order)
  • We process orders within 1-2 business days after payment confirmation
  • Orders placed on weekends or holidays are processed the next business day
  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason

Payment Methods

We accept the following payment methods:

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • JCB
  • PayPal

All payments are processed securely. We do not store your complete payment card details on our servers.

Pricing

All prices are shown in US dollars. While we strive for accuracy, occasionally an error may occur. If we discover an error in the price of a product you have ordered, we will inform you as soon as possible and give you the option to reconfirm your order at the correct price or cancel it.

4. Shipping Policy

We ship to most regions worldwide except certain Asian countries and remote regions.

Shipping Options

  • Standard Shipping ($12.95): Shipped via DHL or FedEx. Delivery within 10-15 business days after shipment.
  • Free Shipping: Available for orders over $50. Shipped via EMS. Delivery within 15-25 business days after shipment.

Delivery times are estimates and may vary depending on your location and customs processing. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs, weather, or other factors beyond our control.

Upon delivery, please inspect your package for visible damage. If the package appears damaged, you may refuse delivery or note the damage on the delivery receipt.

5. Returns and Refunds

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. Please review our return policy:

Eligibility

To be eligible for a return or exchange:

  • Item must be in original, unused condition with all tags and packaging intact
  • Return must be initiated within 15 days of receiving your order
  • Original receipt or proof of purchase must accompany the return

Non-Returnable Items

Due to hygiene and safety reasons, the following are non-returnable unless defective:

  • Filter Pads & Media
  • Plants & Snails (including Lotus)
  • Halogen Lights and LED Lights (if packaging is opened)
  • Replacement Parts and Replacement UV Bulbs (if packaging is opened)

Return Process

  1. Contact our customer service at [email protected] within 15 days of receipt
  2. Include your order number and reason for return
  3. Wait for authorization and Return Authorization Number
  4. Securely pack the item in its original packaging
  5. Ship to: Pond Care Tools Shop Returns Department, 1796 White Lane, Irwinton, US 31042

Refunds

Once we receive and inspect your return:

  • Refunds are processed within 5-7 business days
  • Refund is credited to your original payment method
  • Shipping costs are non-refundable (unless return is due to our error)
  • You are responsible for return shipping costs unless item is defective or we made an error

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and product descriptions, is the property of Pond Care Tools Shop or our suppliers and is protected by international copyright and trademark laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or otherwise use any content from our website without our express written permission.

The Pond Care Tools Shop name and logo are trademarks of our company. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.

7. Liability Limitations

Pond Care Tools Shop shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from:

  • The use or inability to use our products or services
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
  • Any matter relating to our website beyond our reasonable control

Our total liability for any claim related to your use of the website or purchase of products shall not exceed the amount you paid for the product(s) in question.

We are not responsible for any damage or injury caused by improper installation, misuse, or modification of our products. Customers are responsible for ensuring products are suitable for their intended use and installed correctly.

8. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the United States and the state where our business is registered. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of that jurisdiction.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Pond Care Tools Shop, 1796 White Lane, Irwinton, US 31042

Thank you for choosing Pond Care Tools Shop. We appreciate the opportunity to serve your pond care needs and help you create beautiful water garden environments.