Terms & Conditions

Returns Policy

Cancellation

To cancel an order before it is dispatched then a phone call must be made to the corresponding store in which the order was made or if it was ordered online then please call 01708 746644. Once an order has been despatched it cannot be cancelled and the returns process below will come into effect.

Returning Products Purchased Online

At 1st Step Mobility, we try our hardest to ensure that all our customers are completely happy will all our products which we supply but we understand that sometimes this is not the case.

  • You have the right to return your order within 14 calendar days of receiving the goods in an unused condition, in an undamaged state and in the original packaging.
  • If an item/delivery is to return then the customer will incur the cost of the return. The cost depends on the items itself – Please call 01708 746644 for confirmation of this cost.
  • To receive a full refund the product(s) must be returned complete, unused, in an undamaged state and in the original packaging.
  • We will not refund you any supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us.
  • If the product(s) are not returned in their original condition, 1st Step Mobility reserves the right to charge for repair or replacement of any product(s).
  • 1st Step Mobility understands that you will unpack and inspect the product(s). But if we believe that the product(s) have been used or installed we will only make a partial refund to cover the loss in value of the product. This may be up to 50% of the original price.
  • Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on product(s) that are Made To Order, have been specially adapted to suit your requirements, or for products that can void Health & Safety regulations if used e.g. incontinence, bathroom or toilet products. A refund can only be given if the product(s) arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect. For incontinence products, a refund can only be granted if you haven’t opened the outer packaging/wrapping.

Showroom Returns Policy

  • Items returned to the showroom are eligible for a credit note or exchange to the value of the order.
  • Please contact the relevant showroom as soon as possible within the returns period to notify us of your decision.
  • The item(s) must be returned complete, unused, in an undamaged state and in the original packaging.
  • If the item(s) are not returned in their original condition, we reserve the right to charge for repair/restocking fee.

  

Guarantee

If products are faulty

It’s our legal duty to supply products that are fit for purpose and meet satisfactory quality requirements.

As a customer, it’s your legal right to receive either a refund, repair or replacement for products that are either faulty or not what you expected as per the Consumer Rights Act. 

We’ll offer resolutions based on the timelines outlined in the Consumer Rights Act 2015 for products purchased from 1st October 2015 onwards, and those outlined in the Sale of Goods Act for those bought prior to this date.

  • If you find a fault with your product 1st Step Mobility have the choice to either repair or replace it for you. If it’s not possible for us to offer a repair or replacement, we have the right to offer a partial refund or return the product and receive a full refund.
  • You can get advice regarding your legal rights from your local Citizens Advice Bureau or Trading Standards office. Nothing in these terms will affect your legal rights.
  • The manufacturers will supply a warranty in addition to your rights under the Sale of Goods Act. You will receive a 1-year warranty which covers parts and labour (some exceptions will apply please refer to the individual owner’s manual).
  • Please also note that our warranties only cover domestic use; items for use in commercial properties might not be covered.
  • Our warranty does not cover items used outside of the UK mainland and does not include the cost of the hire of a replacement product(s). For items purchased outside of mainland UK, we can provide a return to base warranty at our discretion and at your cost.
  • Our warranties provide coverage only if you maintain or use the product as directed. For example, our warranty covers only personal uses – as opposed to business uses – of the product. If there are multiple users of the product then we would not cover any product faults. Please note that if you have made any modifications to the product then this invalidates the manufacturer’s warranty and 1st Step Mobility guarantee.

 

 

COMPANY’S REGISTRATION DETAILS

1st Step Mobility Limited

Reg Office: 54-56 Victoria Road, Romford, Essex RM1 2JH 

Company Reg No: 6189551