Return Policy

Many products offered by Zoom Recreation are manufactured or configured specifically for each project. Product selections may be based on the customer’s budget, design requirements, dimensions, colors, materials, site conditions, and other project-specific needs.

Because of the customized nature of these products, made-to-order and special-order items are generally not eligible for return. Eligible standard products may be returned only after receiving written authorization from Zoom Recreation.

Return Authorization Required

All returns require a Return Merchandise Authorization, also known as an RMA, before the product is shipped.

To request an RMA, contact Zoom Recreation and provide:

  • The original Zoom Recreation sales order or invoice number
  • The product name and model number
  • The quantity being returned
  • The reason for the return
  • Photographs showing the condition of the product and packaging
  • Confirmation that the product has not been assembled or installed

Request a Return Authorization

Submitting a return request does not guarantee approval. Zoom Recreation will review the request with the applicable manufacturer and provide written instructions when the return is authorized.

Products returned without an approved RMA will not be accepted. Any freight, storage, handling, or other expenses associated with an unauthorized return will be the customer’s responsibility.

Return Eligibility

To be considered for return, an eligible product must:

  • Be a standard, non-custom product
  • Have an approved RMA
  • Be returned within 30 days of the original shipment date
  • Be unused and in new, resalable condition
  • Be unassembled and uninstalled
  • Be returned in its original packaging
  • Include all parts, hardware, manufacturer documents, and installation manuals
  • Be shipped to the return location provided with the RMA
  • Be shipped prepaid by the customer

Final return approval is subject to inspection and acceptance by Zoom Recreation and the applicable manufacturer.

Nonreturnable Products

The following products and conditions do not qualify for returns, refunds, or partial refunds:

  • Products returned without an approved RMA
  • Custom, customized, made-to-order, or special-order products
  • Custom playground structures or equipment
  • Custom shade structures
  • Custom shelters
  • Custom site amenities
  • Products that have been assembled or partially assembled
  • Products that have been installed or partially installed
  • Products returned more than 30 days after the original shipment date
  • Products with an original value of $50 or less
  • Products that are not in new and resalable condition
  • Products missing original packaging, parts, hardware, documents, or installation manuals
  • Promotional, sample, or display products provided at no charge or at a significantly reduced price
  • Damaged products that have already been replaced at no charge
  • Returns shipped freight collect
  • Products identified by the manufacturer as nonreturnable
  • Products that are not considered part of a standard order

Surfacing Products

Surfacing materials are not eligible for return.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Poured-in-place surfacing
  • Rubber tiles
  • Synthetic turf
  • Engineered wood fiber
  • Loose-fill materials
  • Adhesives, binders, or installation materials
  • Custom-cut or project-specific surfacing products

Customers are responsible for confirming quantities, specifications, colors, dimensions, and site requirements before approving a surfacing order.

Restocking and Handling Fees

Approved returns may be subject to manufacturer-specific restocking and handling fees.

Depending on the product and manufacturer, these fees may include:

  • A minimum 25% restocking fee on certain eligible product lines
  • An additional handling fee of up to 15% for certain shade, shelter, or site amenity products
  • Inspection or repackaging fees
  • Charges for missing or damaged packaging, documents, parts, or hardware

The applicable fees will be communicated during the RMA review whenever they can be determined in advance.

The final refund amount will be calculated after the returned product has been received, inspected, and accepted.

Freight and Shipping Costs

Unless otherwise approved in writing, the customer is responsible for:

  • Original freight charges
  • Return freight charges
  • Shipping and handling fees
  • Liftgate or limited-access charges
  • Packaging and palletizing expenses
  • Storage or re-delivery fees
  • Applicable taxes and carrier charges

Original shipping and freight charges are nonrefundable.

Returns must be shipped prepaid. Freight-collect returns will not be accepted.

The RMA instructions will identify the approved return destination. Products must not be returned to Zoom Recreation or the manufacturer until written shipping instructions have been provided.

Product Condition and Inspection

All returned products are subject to inspection.

A return may be rejected or the refund may be reduced when:

  • The product has been used, assembled, installed, altered, or modified
  • The product is damaged
  • Components, hardware, documents, or manuals are missing
  • The original packaging is missing or unusable
  • The product cannot be resold as new
  • The return does not match the approved RMA
  • The product was damaged during return transportation
  • The product arrives after the authorized return period

Customers should package returned products carefully and use a freight carrier that provides tracking and appropriate shipment insurance.

Zoom Recreation and the applicable manufacturer are not responsible for products lost or damaged during return transportation arranged by the customer.

Refund Processing

No refund will be issued until the returned product has been received, inspected, and approved.

Approved refunds will be based on the eligible product value after deducting:

  • Restocking fees
  • Handling fees
  • Inspection or repackaging fees
  • Missing or damaged component costs
  • Original freight charges
  • Return freight charges
  • Other applicable costs

A defective component, shipping issue, or approved warranty claim does not automatically entitle the customer to a complete refund or replacement of the entire product.

Damaged or Incomplete Deliveries

Products damaged during transportation and items missing from a shipment are handled as freight claims rather than standard returns.

Customers must count and inspect all freight before signing the carrier’s delivery receipt. Any visible damage, missing cartons, or shortages must be clearly documented on the delivery receipt before it is signed.

Example delivery receipt note:

One carton damaged and three cartons missing.

Failure to document visible damage or shortages may prevent Zoom Recreation from filing a successful carrier claim. Replacement products, parts, and freight expenses may then become the customer’s financial responsibility.

For complete delivery inspection and reporting requirements, review our Shipping Policy.

Review the Shipping Policy

Reporting Shipping Damage

Shipping damage and shortages should be reported to Zoom Recreation within 24 hours whenever possible and no later than 72 hours after delivery.

Please provide:

  • The Zoom Recreation sales order or invoice number
  • A copy of the signed delivery receipt
  • Photographs of the complete shipment
  • Photographs of all damaged packaging and products
  • A list of missing or damaged items
  • The carrier name and tracking information

Zoom Recreation will make a reasonable effort to assist with the freight claim, but claim approval is determined by the carrier and is not guaranteed.

Return Approval and Limitations

Zoom Recreation and the applicable manufacturer reserve the right to approve or deny a return based on the product, order type, condition, customization, return timing, and applicable manufacturer requirements.

Receiving an RMA does not guarantee that a refund will be issued. Final acceptance occurs only after the returned product has been inspected.

No representative may change, expand, or add to this Return Policy unless the change is approved in writing by an authorized representative of Zoom Recreation.

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