Is shopping online for household fixtures safe and reliable?

January 23, 2020

Ever since online shopping took off, people do their grocery, buy clothes and household items without stepping a foot outside their home. In most cases, one has the option to register complaints and ask for a refund if the items aren’t satisfactory. But does this apply to household fixtures? Can you buy things like wall mounts, heating units, stoves, built-in shelves, doors and windows online as well? You definitely can, without worrying about product quality or adjustment issues.

And here’s why buying household fixtures online is entirely safe:

Better deals 
Unlike showrooms, where the seller has to cover the cost of an entire physical space, along with lighting and ventilation, an online door store only needs to display images of products. This is a cheaper business model, which is also lighter on the consumers’ pockets. Customers can swipe through menus and select doors and windows for their home. Hence, there are bound to be better and cheaper deals online than at an actual showroom.

Customisability 
Most people feel hesitant about buying fixtures online. Unlike traditional furniture, which can be moved and adjusted in different rooms, household fixtures are installed or mounted into walls. They need to be the perfect size for the given space, or they will be useless for the homeowner. But if you measure your space correctly, you can order doors and windows that will be the exact fit. Moreover, there are many options for size and colour on online stores as there’s no issue of space for displaying so many products.

Customer service
Shops that operate remotely are built around great customer service. Many call centres work 24/7, and they take customer demands seriously. You can easily refer to the helpline if you find some problem with the product delivered to you. You can also discuss your concerns before buying something, where they source the material, how durable it is, and how long is the manufacturer’s warranty valid. If unsure, you can ask for more pictures of the item you’re eyeing.

Payment options
Payment is no different from a furniture showroom. Most shops accept MasterCard and Visa, as well as other online transactions, including PayPal and Stripe. You are directed to a secure page for entering your details, so there’s no risk of your credit card data being stolen.

Convenience
The reason why the whole e-commerce model really took off is that it is convenient. People who work full-time cannot go to individual showrooms and search for the product they want. At times, the shop is out of stock in a particular size and the long drive there appears to be a waste. This is not the issue when buying online. You have thousands of vendors to choose from, which makes you spoilt for choice. And as for fast delivery, there is also the option of next-day delivery which is perfect in case of emergencies. No need to wait weeks for warehouses to deliver to you.

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