Effective Date: May 1, 2026

At Explore Outdoor Co., we carefully select products from trusted manufacturers and suppliers that meet our standards for quality, durability, function, and outdoor living value.

We want you to feel confident in your purchase. If something arrives damaged, defective, incomplete, or incorrect, we will help you work toward a resolution with the applicable manufacturer, supplier, or carrier.

1. Our Commitment

Explore Outdoor Co. is committed to helping customers receive products that are:

  • Accurately represented on our website
  • Supplied by trusted manufacturers or distributors
  • Properly packaged for shipment by the supplier
  • Delivered with the expected parts and components
  • Supported through applicable manufacturer warranty terms
  • Eligible for supplier review when damage, defects, or missing parts occur

Because most products are made, stored, packed, and shipped by the manufacturer or supplier, final remedies may be determined by the applicable supplier, manufacturer, or carrier.

2. What This Guarantee Covers

Our Product Quality Guarantee applies when an item arrives with a verified issue such as:

  • Freight damage
  • Parcel shipping damage
  • Missing parts
  • Incorrect item shipped
  • Incorrect color, size, model, or configuration shipped
  • Manufacturing defect
  • Defective component
  • Supplier packing error
  • Product does not match the confirmed order details

If an issue occurs, we will help gather documentation, contact the supplier, and coordinate the next available resolution.

3. What This Guarantee Does Not Cover

This guarantee does not cover:

  • Buyer’s remorse
  • Ordering the wrong item, size, finish, fuel type, voltage, or configuration
  • Failure to confirm product dimensions or site access
  • Failure to confirm electrical, gas, plumbing, or installation requirements
  • Failure to obtain permits or approvals
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Natural variation in wood, concrete, metal, patina, or finishes
  • Cosmetic packaging damage that does not affect the product
  • Damage caused during customer unloading, moving, assembly, installation, or use
  • Damage caused by improper storage or weather exposure
  • Damage caused by improper maintenance
  • Damage caused by failure to follow the owner’s manual
  • Damage caused by third-party installers, movers, contractors, or service providers
  • Labor, installation, electrician, plumber, gas fitter, contractor, or service-call costs
  • Incidental, indirect, or consequential damages

4. Report Issues Promptly

If your product arrives damaged, incomplete, defective, or incorrect, contact us as soon as possible.

Email: sales@exploreoutdoorco.com
Phone: +1 (888) 964-3130

Please include:

  • Order number
  • Name on the order
  • Delivery date
  • Product name and model
  • Description of the issue
  • Photos of the packaging
  • Photos of the product or affected part
  • Photos of the shipping label
  • Photos of the delivery receipt or Bill of Lading, if applicable
  • Serial number, QR code, or product label, if applicable

Supplier deadlines vary. Some issues must be reported within 48 hours, while others may allow a longer claim window. Delays in reporting may limit our ability to obtain replacement parts, file freight claims, or resolve the issue.

5. Freight Damage

Many large products ship by LTL freight carrier. Freight damage must be handled carefully.

At delivery:

  1. Inspect the shipment before signing.
  2. Look for holes, punctures, crushed boxes, broken straps, exposed product, missing pieces, or signs of mishandling.
  3. Photograph the shipment before and after unloading.
  4. Note visible damage on the delivery receipt or Bill of Lading.
  5. Contact us immediately.

Do not sign the delivery receipt as clear if damage is visible.

For severe visible damage, such as large holes, forklift punctures, crushed crates, exposed damaged product, or major structural damage, delivery refusal may be appropriate depending on the supplier’s instructions.

For minor exterior packaging wear, the correct process may be to accept delivery, note the damage, photograph the shipment, and contact us right away.

6. Concealed Damage

Concealed damage is damage discovered after delivery, once the packaging is opened.

If you discover concealed damage:

  • Stop assembly or installation if continuing may worsen the issue.
  • Keep all packaging.
  • Take clear photos.
  • Contact us immediately.
  • Do not discard boxes, pallets, crates, labels, or damaged parts until the claim is reviewed.

For supplier alignment, we recommend reporting concealed damage within 48 hours of delivery or discovery, and no later than 7 days whenever possible, unless a supplier provides a different written deadline.

7. Missing Parts or Incorrect Items

If you believe an item is missing parts or was shipped incorrectly, contact us promptly.

Please do not discard packaging or attempt to substitute parts without approval. Some suppliers may ship replacement parts directly to you after reviewing photos, part numbers, product labels, or assembly documentation.

8. Replacement Parts

In many cases, manufacturers resolve shipping damage, missing parts, or warranty issues by sending replacement parts rather than replacing the entire product.

This is especially common for:

  • Saunas
  • Greenhouses
  • Fountains
  • Fire features
  • Outdoor kitchens
  • Cold plunges
  • Large freight items
  • Products made of multiple panels, boxes, or components

Replacement-part timing depends on supplier review, inventory, production status, shipping timelines, and carrier availability.

9. Manufacturer Defects

If a product appears to have a manufacturing defect, we will help submit the issue to the applicable manufacturer for review.

A verified manufacturing defect may result in:

  • Replacement parts
  • Repair guidance
  • Component testing
  • Product repair
  • Product replacement
  • Store credit
  • Refund, if approved by the manufacturer

The available remedy depends on the manufacturer’s written warranty and review process.

10. Product Variations

Some products are handcrafted, made-to-order, or made from natural materials. Variations in color, grain, texture, pattern, patina, finish, or appearance may be normal and are not always considered defects.

This may apply to:

  • Wood and cedar products
  • GFRC concrete
  • Copper patina
  • Corten steel
  • Stainless steel
  • Powder-coated finishes
  • Handmade fountains
  • Fire bowls and fire pits
  • Made-to-order products

Natural weathering, patina, and minor cosmetic variation may not qualify as damage or defect unless the manufacturer determines otherwise.

11. Installation and Site Requirements

Customers are responsible for confirming that a product is appropriate for their space before purchase.

This includes confirming:

  • Dimensions
  • Weight
  • Delivery access
  • Door, gate, stair, pathway, and site clearance
  • Electrical requirements
  • Gas or propane requirements
  • Plumbing or water requirements
  • Foundation or level-surface requirements
  • Local code requirements
  • Permit requirements
  • HOA or property restrictions
  • Professional installation needs

Damage, return requests, or cancellation requests caused by site restrictions, permit issues, or installation incompatibility may not be covered.

12. Supplier-Specific Quality Notes

Leisurecraft

Leisurecraft products should be inspected at delivery. Visible freight damage should be photographed and noted on the Bill of Lading. Missing parts or damage claims must be reported within 30 days of receipt.

Leisurecraft may supply replacement parts or components for approved claims.

Golden Designs / Dynamic / Maxxus / Dynamic Cold Therapy / Dynamic Fluid Fitness

Visible freight damage should be reported immediately at delivery and noted on the delivery receipt. Major visible packaging damage, such as large holes or forklift damage, may require delivery refusal.

Concealed damage, missing parts, or incorrect items should be reported within 48 hours of delivery or discovery, and no later than 7 days whenever possible.

Golden Designs covers shipping for approved warranty replacement parts. Labor, installation, electrician costs, service calls, troubleshooting visits, and third-party work are not covered.

The Outdoor Plus / Videl USA

The Outdoor Plus and Videl USA products may be made-to-order and handcrafted. Finish variation in GFRC concrete, copper patina, stainless steel, and powder-coated finishes is expected.

Concealed damage, missing items, or incorrect items must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos and supporting documentation.

Professional installation is required for gas, propane, electrical ignition, and water feature connections.

Exaco

Exaco may resolve damage by sending replacement parts rather than replacing or refunding an entire product.

Customers should generally accept delivery even if packaging is damaged, note damage on the Bill of Lading, take photos, and report the issue promptly.

Greenhouse permits, site compliance, wind/snow exposure, insurance, and placement are customer responsibilities.

White Duck Outdoors

White Duck issues should be reported promptly with photos and order information. Return or exchange requests must be initiated within 15 days of receipt and require prior authorization.

Items must be unused, clean, undamaged, complete, and in original packaging to be considered for return or exchange.

13. Resolution Timing

We will work to resolve product issues as quickly as possible, but timing can vary depending on:

  • Supplier response time
  • Manufacturer review
  • Freight claim processing
  • Replacement-part availability
  • Production timelines
  • Shipping timelines
  • Product seasonality
  • Whether additional photos or information are required

We appreciate your cooperation in providing the documentation needed to resolve the issue efficiently.

14. Relationship to Other Policies

This Product Quality Guarantee should be read together with our:

  • Shipping Policy
  • Returns & Refund Policy
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Warranty
  • Terms of Service

If there is a conflict between this guarantee and a manufacturer’s written warranty, return policy, damage claim requirement, or supplier term, the manufacturer or supplier term may control.

15. Questions

If you have a concern about product quality, delivery damage, missing parts, or a possible defect, please contact us before attempting repair, assembly modification, installation, or return shipment.

Explore Outdoor Co.
Email: sales@exploreoutdoorco.com
Phone: +1 (888) 964-3130
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM PST