Pickup, Delivery & Shipping Guidelines

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Order Fulfillment Guidelines

Pickup, Local Delivery & Shipping

Review the available ways to receive your order, what to bring for pickup, how local delivery works, and how to plan for time-sensitive projects.

Choose the Best Fulfillment Option

Pickup, Local Delivery or Shipping

Available fulfillment options depend on the product, destination, order size and service availability shown during checkout.

Order Pickup Collect eligible orders after receiving confirmation that the order is ready for pickup.
Local Delivery Eligible orders may be delivered during normal business hours within the available delivery area.
Shipping Select an available shipping method when your order must travel outside the local delivery area.
Order Pickup

Pick Up Your Order After It Is Ready

Choose pickup during checkout when it is available for the selected product. Please wait until you receive an invoice or notification showing that the order is ready for pickup.

Pickup Hours Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM Eastern. Saturday and Sunday are closed.
Bring Order Information Bring the invoice, order confirmation or other information that allows us to identify the correct order.
Identification May Be Required Personal identification may be requested before an order is released, especially when someone other than the purchaser is collecting it.
Arrange Third-Party Pickup in Advance Contact us before sending another person, courier or delivery service to collect the order.
Thirty-Day Holding Period Pickup orders may be held for up to 30 days after the ready notification. Unclaimed orders may be disposed of without credit or refund.
Local Delivery

Delivery During Normal Business Hours

Local delivery is available only when offered during checkout and the destination is eligible. Delivery takes place Monday–Friday during normal business hours, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM Eastern. We do not schedule guaranteed appointment times.

Choose Delivery Select local delivery during checkout when available.
Order Is Completed Production must be complete before the order enters delivery.
Delivery Attempt The driver delivers during business hours when the route permits.
Order Is Received A responsible person should be available to accept the order.
Shipping

Use Shipping for Nonlocal and Time-Sensitive Orders

Shipping options shown during checkout vary by product, destination, package size and requested service level.

Production and Transit Are Separate Product turnaround refers to production only. Shipping time begins after the order has completed production.
Use the Correct Service Level Choose an available expedited service when the delivery date is critical. Allow additional time for production and possible carrier delays.
Verify the Shipping Address Confirm the recipient name, company, street address, suite number, city, state and ZIP code before completing the order.
Large or Special Orders Oversized, heavy, fragile or multi-location shipments may require custom freight or fulfillment arrangements.
Important Guidelines

Access, Delivery Attempts and Timing

These policies help protect orders, drivers, customers and surrounding property.

Ground Floor or Lobby Delivery

Delivery to multi-story buildings is generally limited to the ground floor, lobby, receiving area or another safely accessible location.

Safe Parking and Access Required

Delivery may not be attempted when the driver cannot park safely or reach the delivery location without unreasonable risk.

Someone Should Be Available

Orders will not normally be left unattended without written authorization. Contact us about a drop-off waiver when needed.

Failed Delivery Attempts

When delivery cannot be completed, another attempt may be made when practical. Orders may be changed to pickup after repeated unsuccessful attempts.

No Guaranteed Delivery Time

Local delivery occurs during business hours. A specific arrival time or exact delivery window cannot be guaranteed.

Eligibility May Change

Delivery areas, availability, fees and service terms may change based on route capacity, destination or operational needs.

Time-sensitive orders: When an order must be received by a specific deadline, allow time for production and transit. Pickup or an appropriate expedited shipping service may provide more control than local delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Pickup and Delivery

Answers about order readiness, identification, delivery timing and receiving arrangements.

Can I pick up my order as soon as I place it?

No. Please wait until the invoice or order notification confirms that the order is ready for pickup.

Can someone else collect my order?

Yes, but contact us in advance. The person collecting the order should have the order information and may be asked to provide identification.

Is local delivery available for every order?

No. Eligibility depends on the delivery address, product, order size and the options available during checkout.

Can I schedule delivery for a specific time?

No. Local deliveries are made during normal business hours, Monday–Friday, and an exact arrival time cannot be guaranteed.

Will the driver carry my order upstairs?

Delivery to multi-story buildings is generally limited to the ground floor, lobby or receiving area.

Can my order be left if nobody is available?

Only when written authorization has been arranged. Contact us before delivery to discuss an unattended drop-off waiver.

What happens if delivery cannot be completed?

Another attempt may be made when practical. After repeated unsuccessful attempts, the order may be changed to pickup.

Does turnaround include shipping time?

No. Turnaround refers to production. Delivery or shipping transit time is additional.

For general order questions, visit our General FAQ .

Personal Assistance

Need Help Choosing a Fulfillment Option?

Contact our team before ordering when the destination, access requirements or deadline may affect the best option.

Pickup instructions and order readiness
Local delivery eligibility and access
Shipping and time-sensitive order planning
Custom freight and multi-location fulfillment