Legal & Store Policies

AudioMotivez Store Policies

Draft pending approval · Operated from British Columbia, Canada

45885 Alexander Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia V2P 1L7 · mo@audiomotivez.com · 2364586006

DRAFT FOR MO'S APPROVAL. These policies are pending approval and may change before they take effect.

Return & Exchange Policy

1.1 Return window

Eligible products can be returned within 30 days of delivery, or of pickup for orders collected at our Chilliwack shop. After 30 days, sales are final unless the product is covered by warranty (see Section 2).

1.2 Eligibility

To qualify for a return or exchange, all of the following must be true:

  • The item is new, unused and uninstalled.
  • The item is in its complete original manufacturer packaging, including the box, inserts, manuals, accessories and hardware. Items returned without their original packaging will be refused.
  • You have a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number from us before you ship anything back. Returns without an RMA will be refused.
  • The RMA number is clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box.
  • The serial number, if the product has one, matches the one on your order.

1.3 Items that cannot be returned

These are final sale and cannot be returned: cut wire sold by the foot; installed or used items; custom or special orders; open-box and clearance; services; modified enclosures. Final-sale items are labelled “Final sale, no returns” at checkout.

We also cannot accept:

  • Products that have been installed, wired or mounted, or that show signs of use (screw marks, scratches, mounting residue, wire clippings, fingerprints on cones or surrounds).
  • Products missing their original manufacturer packaging.
  • Products with blown, burnt or physically damaged drivers, voice coils or amplifier boards caused by misuse, overpowering or improper installation.
  • Installation labour once work has started (see Section 5).

1.4 Return shipping

  • You pay return shipping unless the item arrived defective (dead on arrival) or we shipped the wrong item. In those cases we send you a prepaid return label.
  • Ship returns with a trackable, insured service. We are not responsible for returns lost or damaged on the way back to us.
  • Do not use the product's retail box as the shipping box. Put the product, in its original manufacturer box, inside a separate outer box with padding.
  • Keep the original packaging until you are sure you are keeping the product. Without it, the product cannot be returned.

1.5 Restocking fees

Meets every requirement, in perfect resaleable conditionNo fee
Minor cosmetic damage to the product, complete original packagingUp to 15%
Missing original packagingRefused
Signs of installation or useRefused

1.6 Refunds

  • Refunds go back to the original payment method.
  • Refunds are processed within 5 to 10 business days after we receive and inspect the return.
  • Shipping charges are not refunded unless the return is due to our error.
  • If your order shipped free and you return it for a reason other than a defect or our error, we may deduct the shipping cost we paid from your refund.

1.7 Open-box, clearance and refurbished items

Open-box, clearance and refurbished items are sold as-is, with no returns, exchanges or refunds. They are labelled that way on the product page.

1.8 Exchanges

  • We exchange for the same product only (for example, a different size or impedance).
  • To switch to a different product, return the original and place a new order.
  • Exchanges depend on availability.

1.9 How to start a return

  1. Email mo@audiomotivez.com or call 2364586006 within 30 days of delivery or pickup.
  2. Tell us your order number, the item or items, and the reason for the return.
  3. Wait for your RMA number and return instructions. Do not ship anything before you have them.
  4. Pack the item securely inside a separate outer box with all of its original contents.
  5. Ship it with a trackable, insured service to the address on your RMA.
  6. Once we receive and inspect it, we process your refund or exchange within 5 to 10 business days.

1.10 Cancelling an order

Orders can be cancelled for a full refund before they ship.

Orders cancelled under consumer protection law (late delivery, missing disclosure) are refunded in full, including shipping and taxes, within 15 days.

1.11 Your legal rights

Nothing in these policies limits any right you have under the consumer protection laws of British Columbia or of your own province or territory.

Warranty Policy

2.1 Manufacturer warranty

Manufacturer warranty plus 30-day defect support.

New products we sell carry the original manufacturer's warranty. Your invoice is your proof of purchase for any warranty claim.

2.2 Our 30-day defect support

  • If a product turns out to be defective within 30 days of delivery or pickup, contact us and we will arrange a replacement or exchange at no charge.
  • If an item is dead on arrival and you tell us within 48 hours of delivery, we replace it as a priority and cover the return shipping.
  • Please send photos or a video showing the defect with your request.

2.3 After 30 days

After the first 30 days, warranty claims go to the manufacturer. We will give you their contact details and a copy of your invoice, and help you through the process.

2.4 What the warranty does not cover

  • Improper installation: incorrect wiring, the wrong impedance load, an inadequate power supply, poor grounding, improper gain settings or mounting errors.
  • Misuse or abuse: overpowering, clipping, mechanical over-excursion, or use outside the published specifications.
  • Physical damage: water or other liquids, drops, impacts, fire, theft, vandalism or vehicle accidents.
  • Modification or tampering by anyone other than the manufacturer.
  • Normal wear and tear, environmental damage or cosmetic wear.
  • Consequential or incidental costs, such as towing, lost time, or installation labour charged by another shop.

2.5 Amplifier warranty claims

Most amplifier failures come from installation problems, so amplifier warranty claims need the following:

  • A photo of the amplifier installed in the vehicle showing the power, ground and remote connections.
  • A photo of the ground point (bare, sanded metal with a proper ring terminal).
  • A photo of the amplifier settings (gain, crossover, bass boost and so on).
  • For a subwoofer amplifier, a multimeter reading of the voice coil impedance while connected to the amplifier.
  • The battery voltage at rest and while playing.

Shipping Policy

3.1 Where we ship

We ship within Canada only, from Chilliwack, British Columbia. We do not ship to the United States or other countries.

3.2 Shipping rates

  • Free shipping when the products in your order add up to $499 CAD or more, before tax.
  • Below that, every order ships for $30.00, whatever its size.
  • Free pickup: Pickup in Chilliwack, 45885 Alexander Ave, Chilliwack BC.
  • The exact shipping charge is shown at checkout before you pay.

3.3 Processing and delivery times

  • Items on the shelf at our shop usually ship within 2 business days (Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays).
  • Orders placed after 2:00 PM Pacific may be processed the next business day.
  • Some items ship from our distribution warehouse and usually ship within about 2 business days. Each product page and your checkout show the ship-by date for every item.
  • After shipping, delivery usually takes 3 to 9 business days, depending on where you are.

3.4 Shipping damage

  • Check your package when it arrives. If the outer box is visibly damaged, note it with the carrier and take photos before opening it.
  • Contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos of the packaging and the damaged product.
  • Claims made after 48 hours may not be eligible.
  • Keep all the packaging until the claim is resolved.

3.5 Lost or stolen packages

Once the carrier's tracking shows a package as delivered, responsibility passes to you. We are not responsible for packages stolen after confirmed delivery, so please ship to a secure address.

Price Match Policy

4.1 Price match

We will match the current advertised price of an identical, in-stock item from an authorized Canadian retailer when:

  • It is the same brand, model and condition (new or open-box).
  • The other retailer is an authorized dealer for that product.
  • The price is publicly shown right now. Member-only pricing, coupons, auctions and clearance or liquidation sales do not qualify.
  • The match covers the product price only, not shipping, taxes or bundle pricing.
  • You ask before you buy, or within 7 days after.

4.2 Price protection

If we lower the price of an item within 14 days of your order date, contact us and we will refund the difference to your original payment method.

Installation Services Policy

5.1 What we install

We do professional 12V installation at our shop in Chilliwack, British Columbia: head units, speakers, amplifiers and subwoofers, remote starters, backup cameras, dash cams, and electrical work such as Big 3 upgrades and secondary batteries.

5.2 Lifetime labour warranty

We warrant our installation labour for the lifetime of the product in the vehicle it was installed in. It covers defects in our workmanship.

  • It applies to the original vehicle and the original owner. It ends if the vehicle is sold or the product is moved to another vehicle.
  • It does not cover product defects (see Section 2), damage from later changes made by others, vehicle electrical faults, accidents, or normal wear and tear.

5.3 Pricing and estimates

  • Our labour rates are posted on our installation page. You get a written estimate before work begins.
  • A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to book an installation appointment. The balance is due when the work is done.
  • If the work would go more than 15% over the estimate, we contact you for approval before continuing.

5.4 Deposits, cancellations and refunds

  • The deposit is non-refundable, including for cancellations, no-shows and rescheduling.
  • If we cancel or reschedule, we refund your deposit in full or apply it to the new date.
  • Installation services are non-refundable once work has started.
  • Please pick up your vehicle within 3 business days of completion. A storage fee of $25 per day may apply after that.

Privacy Policy

6.1 Who we are

Audiomotivez Auto Installations Ltd., operating as AudioMotivez ("we"), is responsible for the personal information described in this policy. For questions or requests, contact us at mo@audiomotivez.com, 2364586006, or 45885 Alexander Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia V2P 1L7.

6.2 What we collect

  • Orders: your name, email, phone number, shipping address, the items you buy and your order history.
  • Booking requests and enquiries: the details you give us, such as your vehicle, the work you want, preferred dates and notes.
  • Newsletter: your email address and a record of your consent.
  • Payments: card details are entered on Clover's secure checkout page. We do not receive or store your full card number.
  • Website use: pages viewed, device and browser information, and approximate location, collected by the analytics and advertising tools listed in 6.4.

6.3 How we use it

  • To process, ship and support your orders, returns and warranty claims.
  • To answer booking requests and enquiries, and to schedule installation work.
  • To send order and appointment updates by email or text message.
  • To send our newsletter, only if you subscribed. You can unsubscribe at any time.
  • To measure and improve the website and our advertising.
  • To meet our legal, accounting and tax record-keeping obligations.

6.4 Who we share it with

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We share it only with the service providers that help us run the business, and only as much as they need:

  • ShopFlo: our order, customer and booking system, which also sends order and appointment emails and text messages.
  • Clover: payment processing.
  • Vercel: website hosting.
  • Google (Google Analytics and Google Ads) and Meta (Meta Pixel): website analytics and advertising measurement.
  • Shipping carriers: your name, address and phone number, to deliver your order.

Some of these providers store or process information outside Canada, including in the United States, where it may be accessible under local law. We also disclose information when the law requires us to.

6.5 Cookies

The site uses a cookie to keep your cart between visits. Google and Meta set cookies to measure visits and ad performance. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, but the cart may not work without them.

6.6 How long we keep it

We keep order and invoice records for as long as tax law requires, and other personal information only as long as we need it for the purposes above.

6.7 Your choices

You can ask to see or correct the personal information we hold about you, or withdraw your consent to marketing messages at any time, by contacting us at mo@audiomotivez.com.

Terms of Service

7.1 About these terms

These terms apply to purchases from audiomotivez.com and to installation work booked with us. By placing an order, you agree to them and to our other store policies.

7.2 Orders, prices and payment

  • Prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). Taxes are calculated at checkout from your shipping address, or at British Columbia rates for pickup orders.
  • Payment is processed by Clover on a secure checkout page. Your order is confirmed once payment is approved.
  • If a product was listed at an incorrect price, or is no longer available, we may cancel the order and refund it in full.

7.3 Product information

We work to keep product information accurate, but we are not responsible for typographical errors, incorrect specifications or inaccurate product images.

7.4 Limitation of liability

To the extent the law allows, our total liability for any claim is limited to the price you paid for the product or service. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive or special damages, including vehicle damage, lost revenue, installation costs charged by others, or the cost of substitute goods.

7.5 Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada that apply there. Disputes will be resolved in the courts of British Columbia. Nothing in these terms limits rights you have under consumer protection law.

7.6 Age requirement

You must be at least the age of majority in your province or territory to buy from us.

Contact Information

Address
45885 Alexander Avenue
Chilliwack, British Columbia V2P 1L7
Phone
2364586006
Hours
Mon–Fri: 9am–6pm

Sat: 9am–5pm

Sun: Closed

By placing an order with Audiomotivez, you confirm that you have read and agree to our store policies.