What is Aqua Lab Technologies' Return Policy?

For more details about our returns, go to Return Policy.

When do you restock your products?

We are constantly placing new orders with our manufacturers. As soon as we receive the orders, the products are uploaded to our website. Be sure to sign up for Notify Me to get an instant alert when your desired product is back in stock.

Can I pre-purchase or place a hold on a product?

We cannot hold any products in advance. We follow a strict "First-come, First-served" policy.

How will I know when items I want will be back in stock?

To stay updated on product inventory, subscribe to the Notify Me by clicking on the item's profile and selecting the "Notify Me" link. This link is located below the price listing for the specific product you want to purchase. Once in stock, our inventory system will instantly send you an automated alert notifying you that we have your desired product back in inventory.

How do I stay informed on new products?

 You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. We utilize these forms of social media to post announcements on new and returning products that will be added to our E-commerce site and retail store.

How much does shipping cost, and what types of shipping methods are available?

To estimate shipping costs, add your requested item(s) to your shopping cart, then select "View Cart". You should then see a summary of the items currently in your shopping cart. You can enter your country and postal code to view estimated shipping costs for your entire purchase.

I cannot complete my transaction because of an "AVS Mismatch" or "Gateway error". What does this mean?

 Aqua Lab Technologies, Inc. provides our clients with a rigorous and secure checkout system to ensure each purchase is authentic and non-fraudulent. If you did not receive an order invoice number, then your attempted transaction was rejected. The "AVS Mismatch" or "Gateway Error" is a direct result of incorrect or mismatched billing information being used to complete the purchase.

What can I do to correct and resolve the "AVS mismatch" or "Gateway error"?

 The billing information you enter for your order has to match the information your credit or debit card company has on file for you. Street address, phone number, and email address have to be ideally matched for the transaction to go through successfully. Use only standard abbreviations such as "St, Ter, Ct, Blvd, or Ave." Any variations in billing information from what your card issuer has on record for your account will be rejected as a failed transaction. Each failed transaction attempt will result in a temporary pending charge to the listed account used. The account will never be charged the awaiting amount, and all pending charges will take up to 24 hours to be released from the account. We recommend contacting your Bank or Credit Card Company to confirm all information is accurate before placing your order. If you are required to update your information with your card company, it will take 24 hours for the new billing information to be confirmed in the national database. Wait 24 hours before placing your order after a failed attempt.

Can I have my order shipped to another address other than the one listed on my billing information?

The billing information is only required to authenticate the card being used. If you wish to change the shipping address, select the "Ship to another address" option after entering your billing information during the checkout process. However, if you are using an American Express credit card, your order must be shipped to the billing address they have on file. This is a policy that only American Express credit cards require. All other major credit cards can be shipped to a different address besides the billing address.

 Does Aqua Lab Technologies ship orders on weekends?

No, we only ship orders on Monday through Friday during business hours.

 What Merchant Information will I see on my credit card statements when I make purchases from Aqua Lab Technologies?

The card statement will show the merchant information as "Aqua Lab Technologie".

How can I find out the correct size information I need for a particular product I want to purchase?

We offer a downstem measurement guide located in the product photos to help confirm the correct downstem size you require. If you have any further questions, please contact our customer service department by email. 

• Email: Customer Service

What if I need to update or change my shipping information?

Please immediately email our customer service department and request that they make the necessary correction to the information you provided.

Is it illegal to have glass products shipped to my state?

We leave it to the customer to confirm the legality of receiving glass pipes and accessories in the state where the order will be shipped.

What if my order arrives with a broken or damaged product?

Do not throw away any of the packing material or boxes. Please email customer service within 24 hours of receiving the item. We will require photos of the damaged box and product to facilitate any refund or exchange requests. For more information, visit our Return Policy page.

Does Aqua Lab Technologies accept USED PRODUCTS to be returned or exchanged?

 No, we do not accept used products for a refund or exchange. We reserve the right to refuse any product that appears to be used.

Does Aqua Lab Technologies require a signature for my package upon delivery?

No, we do not require a signature at delivery.

Can I change my order after I've made a purchase?

Yes, if your order has not been packaged, we can make changes at no charge. However, if your order has already been packaged, we require a 15% restocking fee for each package that needs to be reopened.

What if I do not like my item(s) and want to return them for an exchange?

We require a 15% restocking fee for each item returned. You are responsible for providing the shipping costs to have the exchanged item(s) reshipped to you.

What if I want to cancel my order before it ships? Will there be a fee?

Yes, we require a 15% restocking fee for all cancelled orders.

How long does it take for a refund to be returned to my account?

It can take up to 2-4 business days for the refunded amount to be placed in your credit or debit account. Please get in touch with your bank for their policy on this. 

Does Aqua Lab Technologies accept PayPal as a form of payment?

No, we do not accept PayPal as a form of payment. 

Even though your order has been processed, our carriers don't pick up outgoing shipments until 4:30 P.M.  Please wait until 6:30 P.M. PST to check your tracking information. 

How long do I have to make returns?

You have 15 days from the date of purchase to return it with a 15% restocking fee.

Any returns made between 15 and 30 days after receiving your purchase will be subject to an 18% restocking fee.

After 30 days, all purchases are non-returnable. 

Is there a restocking fee for returns due to ordering the wrong size?

No, there are no restocking fees for returns made when ordering the wrong size of particular products.  

Updated August 2025