Product Ordering and Pricing Questions
How can I place orders with you?
- Use our online catalog
- Send e-mail to mail@benmeadows.com
- Call toll-free 800-241-6401 (phone lines are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday thru Friday)
- Fax toll-free 800-628-2068 in the U.S. and Canada, or 608-743-8007 worldwide
- Send mail to Ben Meadows, PO Box 5277, Janesville, WI 53547-5277
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Can I call the toll-free phone number (800-241-6401) from outside the U.S. and Canada?
Yes, you can reach us toll-free from many countries using AT&T's Direct
Service Access Codes. This code is not the same as your usual international
calling code. Click here for more
information on this service.
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Does anyone at Ben Meadows speak Spanish?
We have several customer service representatives who speak Spanish. If you wish to
speak to one, just call the toll-free order number (800-241-6401) and ask for
extension 3925 or a Spanish speaking representative.
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What are your terms and conditions?
See our Site Access Terms for complete list of
our terms.
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Is the Ben Meadows on-line order form secure?
As always, we use SSL encryption to protect your order information. Your order
information is automatically encrypted, keeping it private and protected.
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Do you have distributors or representatives who can visit my location?
We consider our catalog our distributor. We do not use sales representatives.
However, we are always looking for ways to serve you better. If you have special
needs, let us know. We'll work with you
to see if we can assist you.
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I order the same items frequently, can I get them shipped automatically on a regular basis?
We can set up a Scheduled Release. This tells us what, when (typically once a
month), where and how many to ship, all with just one purchase order! Not only can
this save you time, you'll save valuable inventory space by planning incoming
supplies to arrive just as you need them.
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Can I order products not listed in your catalogs?
Ben Meadows buys from hundreds of suppliers, but we may not show their
entire product line in our catalogs. However, if you need a product not shown in
the catalog, let us know. We will
contact the vendor(s) and give you a special product quotation including pricing
good for 60 days.
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How do I place my first order?
It only takes a few minutes to get the information we need to process your order.
If you call in your first order, just let the Customer Service Representative
know that you haven't purchased from us before and we'll assign you a Buyer ID
number.
If you place your first order online or by fax, we will assign you a Buyer ID
number when the order enters our system.
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Why do I need a Buyer ID number?
This number saves you time when you order. Everyone who orders from Ben
Meadows receives their own Buyer ID number. This allows our Customer Service
Representatives to quickly retrieve information unique to you and eliminates the
need for you to repeat address information each time you place an order. If you
have a catalog, your BUYER ID NUMBER appears in a blue box on the back cover.
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What do your Customer Service Representatives mean when they ask for my Catalog Key Code?
This number lets us know which catalog, mailing or on-line document you're
ordering from and helps us stay up-to-date on which products you need most. If you
have a catalog, your KEY CODE appears in the pink box on the back cover.
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Why do I get a reference number?
You'll receive a reference number for every order you place. Keep this number
handy. It will save you time if you call to check on your order.
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What are my payment options?
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How do I open an account?
By placing an order an account will be automatically set up for your company.
We may contact you for additional credit information.
If you would like to set up an account before placing an order, simply give us
your Dunn & Bradstreet number or three credit references.
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Can I order even if I don't want to set up an account?
By placing an order an account will be automatically set up for your company.
However, this does not mean your order must be placed "on account."
We do accept prepayment and credit cards. (See What are my Payment Options?)
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How do I get a discount?
There are two ways to save at Ben Meadows...
- Quantity break pricing. See your catalog for information on how much you can save when you buy in larger quantities.
- Quotations. For large orders, you can request a quote on an order-by-order basis.
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Do you have a minimum order?
No.
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Do you charge sales tax?
Sales tax will be added only to orders shipping to WI, IL, CT, MI and NY.
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How long do you guarantee your prices?
Prices are subject to change. All published prices are in either U.S. or
Canadian dollars, and must be paid in the published currency.
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What do you mean by 100% satisfaction guarantee?
We stand behind the quality and condition of our products. You must be completely
satisfied with your order or we'll take it back-even if you just changed your mind.
Note: Custom products are not returnable unless the mistake is due to Ben Meadows'
error.
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What happens if a product I order is damaged in shipment?
We take great care in filling, checking and packing your order. If, however, your
merchandise is damaged during shipment, please note the damage on the delivery
receipt and obtain an inspection report from the truck line immediately. Then call
us at 800-241-6401. (See How do I return a product?)
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How do I return a product?
Follow these simple steps for a hassle-free return.
- Call our Customer Service Department at 800-241-6401 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, Monday-Friday or Email
mail@benmeadows.com to request a call back from a Customer Service Representative. Then, request your choice of an exchange, credit, or your money back.
- Your Customer Service Representative will issue a return authorization number. Write this number on the return form you received with your order.
- Send it back to us via a traceable method (UPS, FED EX, etc.) for your protection. Your Customer Service Representative can also assist you in determining which ship method to use.
That's all there is to it. You'll get fast, courteous service-with no hassles or
restocking fees to pay. We guarantee it!
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Do you have a re-stocking or return fee?
No we don't. Call us for a return authorization number then ship the product(s)
back to us and we'll gladly refund or credit your account. No COD shipments please.
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Can I get samples?
We encourage customers to take advantage of our 100% satisfaction guarantee and
order a product, then return it for a refund or exchange if not satisfied. However,
we will send samples of certain products. Please contact our Customer Service
Department at 800-241-6401 for more details.
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Why does access to the Ben Meadows Web site
require cookies?
Does Ben Meadows use cookies? The simple answer is yes. First we'll
explain what cookies are and then we'll address why we use them.
Cookies are one-line text files that contain absolutely no personal
information about you, nor do they "hold" your credit card account
number. The cookie file is sent to your browser from our site when you
register. It allows computers to "recognize" each other. When you
return to the Ben Meadows Web site, a number in the text associates your
computer with the information we're storing for you at Ben Meadows.com.
What this means to you is that when you return to our site from the same
computer, using the same password, your account information is available to you
without requiring you to log in again. It saves you time and makes our site more
helpful... it allows you to keep track of what you've ordered or maintain a
running shopping list, for example.
If you don't want to keep your Ben Meadows cookies, you can delete
them by "logging off" the site and signing in each time you return.
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