Terms and Conditions of Sale of Economy Tent International
“Economy”: June 1, 2006

Terms: Unless otherwise agreed to by Economy in writing, all orders must be paid in full before shipping. All business checks and/or personal checks require a minimum of 5 business days for clearance before orders will ship. Accounts that are past terms are subject to an interest charge of 1.5% per month. As a result of nonpayment or partial payment of invoice, including but not limited to attorney’s fees, collection fees, any court costs will be paid by the BUYER. All NSF checks returned will be charged a minimum service fee of $30.00 and all other remedies allowed by Florida law.

Custom Order Policy: A custom order is defined as; any size tent or color combinations (stripes or solid) that are not listed on our website. Standard terms for custom orders require a deposit of 50% with the balance paid before product is shipped or picked up. Cancellation of custom goods will result in loss of deposit.

Limited Warranty: Economy warrants to the original owner that our products are free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Defects are limited to any defect which is a result of the manufacturing process. This warranty does not imply, or express coverage from any damage to tents as a result of wear and tear or acts of nature. Excluded as well are pin holes, punctures or abrasions which can occur during shipping, storage and handling. This warranty is valid to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. Items found to have a manufacturing type defect will be replaced or repaired at Economy’s discretion at no cost to the customer except shipping charges if applicable.

Required Permits: Economy has no knowledge of applicable building or tent permits in your area. It is the responsibility of the BUYER to check with the appropriate authorities to obtain proper approvals, permits, etc. prior to installation.

Limits of Liability: Economy has no control over the ultimate use or methods of installation of our products. Economy assumes no liability for any financial loss, damage, injuries or loss of life. Economy will not be responsible for expenses or loss of income of any kind, arising out of the use of our products. Economy makes no claims, expressed or implied, concerning use of all Economy products

Returns: When requesting permission to return an order, Buyer will provide Economy with the invoice number and reason for return. If the return is agreed to, Economy will issue a Return Goods Authorization. Return authorizations do not imply automatic credit. A 20% restocking fee will be applicable for all approved returns. Returns should be carefully packaged and shipped prepaid, with the Return Authorizations number displayed on the shipping label. Economy reserves the right to refuse returned items that are soiled, wet, abused or damaged in shipping. Merchandise must be returned new, unused condition.

Cancellations and Changes: Orders may not be cancelled or changed without receipt of a written cancellation or change request. Once in production, cancellation of custom products will result in loss of deposit.

Safety: It is the responsibility of the BUYER to employ safe methods of installation. Installers must take into account; staking, surface grade, composite of surface, and must be aware of both overhead and underground obstruction. Good judgment with regard to wind and weather conditions should be used to determine time of installation and take down. If weather or any other external factors become threatening, a total removal of the product is recommended.
Staking a tent properly requires specific site analysis which should be provided by a licensed professional engineer. Factors which take into account wind uplift calculations, stake withdrawal capacity, size, placement and the number of stakes required are necessary at a minimum. Economy has no knowledge of staking requirements for your installations and cannot be responsible for any aspect of staking failure whether or not the stakes were purchased or supplied by Economy.

Sales Tax: Sales tax will be charged to shipments within Florida unless a current Florida Resale Tax Exemption certificate is provided.

Shipping: Economy cannot guarantee a particular date for shipment or delivery of merchandise. Estimates of delivery dates are those projected by the freight or package carriers and are not guaranteed. Economy shall not be responsible for delays in deliveries due to any contingencies beyond Economy’s control. Delivery means F.O.B. Economy’s facility, Miami, Florida. Risk of loss of damage to and title to goods and products shall pass upon delivery to the transportation company. Upon receipt of shipment, it shall be the responsibility of Buyer to check materials and secure written acknowledgment from delivering carrier for any shortages, loss or damage. For your protection, materials must be checked before you sign for the shipment. If there is any shortage or damages, you must require the driver to make a notation on your receipt, and then make a claim with the carrier for the amount of the loss or damage. Should damage not be discovered until goods are unpacked, immediately report it to the carrier so that such shortage or damage can be inspected promptly, and then file a claim with the carrier along with the inspection report. ALL CLAIMS MUST BE FILED WITH THE CARRIER, AND NOT ECONOMY. If the Buyer does not specify a specific method of shipment or carrier, or if the method specified is not practical in the sole discretion of Economy, Economy shall control the method of shipping and carrier without liability for differences in time and/or expense.