Frequently Asked Questions
Who Qualifies for the Trade Program?
Architects, designers, contractors, builders, and other bulk buyers are welcome to participate in our Trade Program. They are only required to provide qualifying documentation confirming they are certified in their profession. These can include membership to an accredited professional association, a business card with valid contact information, business license with federal tax ID, etc. Don't hesitate to contact us if you are unsure if your documents will qualify you for our Trade program.
How does the Trade Program Work?
There are three product categories: Appliances, Commercial Appliances, and Furniture. Each category have four savings brackets, or tiers that correspond to the amount you will be spending. A percentage savings is calculated based on a combination of the product category and tier. You'll recieve the percentage savings once your purchase is complete. The more you spend, the more you save. To more specifically illustrate the savings percentage calculation, see the table above:
Can I Combine Savings Between Categories?
You certaintly can. Let's say you're purchasing appliances with a second-tier savings and you also want to purchase furniture in the third-tier spending category. You can get the dicount for the appliances and the discount for the furniture. We keep the categories seperate when calculating your order so you can get the most savings from each caregory/tier combination.
What Brands are Included and Excluded in the Program?
We carry over 100 home goods brands and most of them are included in our Trade Program. However, due to some brand's Unilateral Minimum Resale Price (UMRP) policies they are excluded from the program. UMRP policies may change. Thus, a full and up-to-date brand exclusion list will be provided at the time of planning your project. Some excluded brands include Viking, Lynx, La Cornue, AGA, Miele, Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove.
What are some other Benefits included in the Trade Program?
The Appliances Connection Trade Program is so much more than just having access to a huge selection of brands at competitive prices. When you participate in the program, you'll be assigned a concierge who will be at your point of contact in all transactions. They will help you choose the most suitable items based on your project and budget. They will make sure your purchases are delivered to you on time and in pristine condition. They will provide ongoing technical support for the life of the purchased products. With the Appliances Connection Trade Program, you'll recieve unparalleled service with a personal touch you won't find anywhere else.
How do I start using my Qualified Savings?
Once you qualify for the Appliances Connection Trade Program, you purchase what you need, then you collect your percentage savings. It's really just that simple.
