CALCULATING SHIPPING COSTSWhy Estimated? - We do not offer real-time shipping quotes, and can only estimate based upon the percentage of an order. Most orders will be adjusted to reflect actual UPS fees and a 15% Processing fee.
Please note that use the following formula to process and charge all orders:
1. Original order shipping fees are quoted based upon order amount.
2. Most orders will be adjusted to reflect actual UPS fees.
3. A 15% Processing fee will be added to actual UPS fees.
4. Final shipping & processing fees will be adjusted and charged on most orders and emailed with Tracking number.
(Example)
– You were quoted a shipping charge at time of order placement (and as seen in emailed order confirmation), (based on percentage of order); At time of order processing we will provide UPS with your shipping address, shipping method, package weight(s), and package size(s) to get actual shipping fees assessed by UPS. We will add a 15% Processing fee to this actual UPS shipping fee.
(Sample Computation)
Quoted Rate: $10.95 (based upon percentage of order)
Actual UPS Fee: $14.87 (Fees we pay UPS to ship your order)
15% Processing Fee: $2.23 (Added to Actual UPS Fee & to cover Processing)
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Total S&P Fees: $17.10
Additional shipping cost may be incurred on items that are exceedingly heavy, bulky or large and all express orders. This includes express orders that require additional packaging and or larger box. Please note that some Zip Codes are considered more rural and may incur an additional shipping fee at time of processing. These additional fees will be added to your order in addition to quoted shipping fees without prior notice.
Additional charges may apply to large, heavy or bulky items as listed below Multiple Box Orders, Extra Heavy, large and Over Sized Boxes, Cases of Water Pouches/Aquablox, Cases of MRE (meals-ready-to-eat), Freeze Dried Food Systems, Mr Heater Portable Heaters, Cases of Heatermeals, Cases of Food Ration Bars, Survival Kits & Systems, Auto Battery Chargers, Sleeping Bags, Water Heaters, Portable Toilets, Tents/Shelters, Bivouac Showers, Water Containers, Kid Alert Signs, Glass Candles, Large Surveillance and inspection mirrors. These fees may apply to other items sold but not listed here
Please Note: Express order shipping cost may exceed actual product cost due to weight and package dimension, shipping method chosen and destination.
WE DO NOT SHIP OVERSEAS, TO P.O. BOXES, APO, OR FPO ADDRESSESOrders of $2,500.00 or more not quoted but will be charged at UPS publised rates plus handling fees.
Express orders ship the same day (if Received by 1 PM, Pacific Time).
Shipping Rate & Zone Chart.
( ZONE 1 STATES )
( AZ,CA,CO,ID,MT,NM,NV,OR,UT,WA,WY )
| FROM
| TO
| UPS GROUND
| 3 Day Select
| 2nd Day Air
| Next Day Air
|
| 0.00
| $49.99
| $8.95
| $14.95
| $20.95
| $34.95
|
| $50.00
| $99.99
| $10.95
| $18.95
| $25.95
| $41.95
|
| $100.00
| $149.00
| $12.95
| $20.95
| $28.95
| $48.95
|
| $150.00
| $249.00
| $14.95
| $28.95
| $37.95
| $60.95
|
| $250.00
| $349.99
| $16.95
| $32.95
| $42.95
| $69.95
|
| $350.00
| $499.99
| $23.95
| $37.95
| $49.95
| $80.95
|
| $500.00
| $999.99
| $76.00
| $86.95
| $150.95
| $241.95
|
| $1000.00
| $1,499.99
| $102.00
| $137.95
| $179.95
| $288.95
|
| $1500.00
| $2,500.00
| $128.00
| $158.95
| $206.95
| $332.95
|
( ZONE 2 STATES )
( AR,IA,IL,KS,LA,MN,MO,MS,NE,ND,OK,SD,TX,WI )
| FROM
| TO
| UPS GROUND
| 3 Day Select
| 2nd Day Air
| Next Day Air
|
| 0.00
| $49.99
| $10.95
| $17.95
| $26.95
| $39.95
|
| $50.00
| $99.99
| $12.95
| $21.95
| $33.95
| $46.95
|
| $100.00
| $149.00
| $15.95
| $23.95
| $44.95
| $57.95
|
| $150.00
| $249.00
| $18.95
| $38.95
| $49.95
| $68.95
|
| $250.00
| $349.99
| $24.95
| $47.95
| $57.95
| $74.95
|
| $350.00
| $499.99
| $31.95
| $56.95
| $82.95
| $120.95
|
| $500.00
| $999.99
| $89.00
| $98.95
| $174.95
| $269.95
|
| $1000.00
| $1,499.99
| $115.00
| $158.95
| $192.95
| $307.95
|
| $1500.00
| $2,500.00
| $141.00
| $197.95
| $226.95
| $359.95
|
( ZONE 3 STATES )
( AL,DE,CT,DC,FL,GA,IN,KY,MA,MD,ME,MI,NC,NH,NJ,NY,OH,PA,RI,SC,TN,VA,VT,WV )
( Alaska & Hawaii - Use only UPS 2nd Day Air and Next Day Air Rates below )
| FROM
| TO
| UPS GROUND
| 3 Day Select
| 2nd Day Air
| Next Day Air
|
| 0.00
| $49.99
| $12.95
| $20.95
| $33.95
| $43.95
|
| $50.00
| $99.99
| $14.95
| $24.95
| $39.95
| $59.95
|
| $100.00
| $149.00
| $16.95
| $26.95
| $52.95
| $68.95
|
| $150.00
| $249.00
| $21.95
| $42.95
| $61.95
| $78.95
|
| $250.00
| $349.99
| $28.95
| $50.95
| $69.95
| $93.95
|
| $350.00
| $499.99
| $32.95
| $59.95
| $94.95
| $142.95
|
| $500.00
| $999.99
| $102.00
| $101.95
| $219.95
| $293.95
|
| $1000.00
| $1,499.99
| $128.00
| $162.95
| $253.95
| $337.95
|
| $1500.00
| $2,500.00
| $154.00
| $200.95
| $318.95
| $376.95
|
SIGNATURE REQUIREDDepending on the items amount and or the value or nature of the items sent, some orders will be sent with "signature required" or "adult signature required" and will not be left at shipping address. You agree to be responsible to be present for delivery of your order or reshipping, handling and or restocking fees will be charged.
SHIPPING CHARGES ARE NON-REFUNDABLEWe are not responsible for shipment damage if not notified of damage within 48 hours. Products that have been altered or damaged, whether used or unused when out of the control of Preparedness Center are considered non-returnable and non-restockable.
We will refund standard shipping charges (from us to you) and priority postage or Ground UPS shipping charges (from you to us) ONLY when due to defect in merchandise. Returns must be complete with parts, accessories, manuals, etc. Products with defects caused by misuse, abuse, accidents, modifications, negligence, failure to read and adhere to operating instructions, repairs or attempts at repairs, lack of proper routine maintenance and other causes beyond the control of us are not covered in this policy. Batteries and / or damage caused by faulty or leaking batteries are the responsibility of the purchaser.
BACK-ORDERED AND DISCONTINUED ITEMSWe do not automatically back order items. If an item you ordered is not included in your shipment you will find a green notice stating that the item is either back-ordered or discontinued. We only charge for items that have been included and shipped in your order. Shipping charges may be higher on some items ordered. Minimun shipping charges apply to all orders.
SHIPMENT TIMES & DELAYSWe are not responsible for service transit time. Transit times are provided by UPS, exclude weekends and holidays. Delivery times may vary due to peak seasonal demands, weather conditions, disasters and acts and conditions beyond the control of UPS.
TIME IN TRANSIT DISCLAIMERWe will not be held responsible for shipment delays and are unable to issue refunds for shipping charges because of delayed shipments due to peak seasonal demand, acts of God, acts or failures of Buyer, acts of civil, military authority, earthquakes, hurricanes, Snowstorms, fires, strikes, floods, epidemics, attacks, war, delays in transportation, acts and conditions beyond the control of our freight carriers. other causes beyond Seller's reasonable control, including, without limitation, delays in obtaining or inability to obtain labor, products, necessary credit card authorization, address verification and/or necessary information from buyer to process order. Our responsibility lies in the fulfillment of orders within our facility and readying the packages for UPS pickup from our facility. Our guarantee to you is that your package will leave our facility within the time specified in our shipping schedule. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
SHIPPING INTO A DISASTER ZONECustomer assumes full responsiblity of all charges incurred by us due to the attempt of shipping items into and within the outer-laying areas of a disaster zone.
SHIPMENT ERRORSMistakes happen. We strive to have all orders processed fully and correctly. On occasion a problem can occur. It is important that you immediately notify us of any problems with your order. Please do so within 48 hours. Remember,
sometimes an order is sent in several boxes, you should have received an email with the tracking number for each box. Track each package to ensure one isn't delayed in transit or left at a neighbors. When notifying us of a problem, please provide your order number, a list of the quantity and items you received a list of the quantity and items shown on the packing list, and a description of the problem.
IN TRANSIT SHIPPING TIMEWe ship according to UPS Holiday shipping schedules. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
The following information pertains to all shipments within
the continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.
Only UPS Next Day Air, 2ND Day Air & 3 Day Select shipping options offer a guaranteed delivery date. Orders cannot be returned due to customer timing issues and expected delivery dates other than what is stated on our site. Though UPS may post an estimated delivery date, this is their estimated delivery date (which often varies) and not our estimated delivery date which takes into account our many years of experience with delivery times.
UPS Next Day Air Orders received prior to 1 pm PST (Pacific Standard Time) Monday through Friday, will leave on the same business day ordered. PLEASE NOTE: Weekends & Holidays are not counted in shipping time. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
UPS 2nd Day Air Orders received prior to 1 pm PST (Pacific Standard Time) Monday through Friday, will leave on the same business day ordered. PLEASE NOTE: Weekends & Holidays are not counted in shipping time. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
UPS 3 Day Select Orders received prior to 1 pm PST (Pacific Standard Time) Monday through Friday, will leave on the same business day ordered. PLEASE NOTE: Weekends & Holidays are not counted in shipping time. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
Ground Service Orders are typically processed and shipped from our warehouse within 2-5 business days upon receipt of your order. This time may increase due to high demand, product availability and incoming freight delays due to weather conditions and other acts beyond our control. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
UPS Ground Service transit times from our west coast facility to the east coast is approximately 5 to 12 business days. Please adjust your schedule accordingly.
