Delivery & Returns

Free delivery on orders over R1000.
We’re committed to delivering your order quickly and reliably so you can keep your business running smoothly.

Delivery

Delivery takes place within 3 - 5 business days. Kindly note that delivery can be sooner based on your location.
Our courier partner will notify you via WhatsApp when the:

  • order has been received
  • order is out for delivery
  • order is delivered

Returns

Please ensure your delivery details are correct. red espresso® cannot be held responsible for delays caused by incorrect delivery addresses or contact number/s provided.

According to the Distance Selling Act and Consumer Protection Act requirements, you have 7 days from the day the goods have arrived; to request a return should an item not meet with your satisfaction for whatever reason.

The customer must notify The Red Espresso® Company (Pty) Ltd via email that includes:

  • A photograph of the item(s) being returned
  • A written reason for the return
  • The original online order number

A return will only be actioned if the goods are still in the same condition as they were when dispatched and are in a re-saleable condition. The goods remain your responsibility until they are received and signed for by us.

When preparing your item(s) for return please ensure:

  1. You have included all the item(s) packed within their original packaging.
  2. That everything is in the condition required per these terms.
  3. Where we have arranged a courier collection, that you include the paperwork or reference numbers that we sent to you via email.
  4. That you package the items safely for the return transit; If items are damaged in transit to us, we may not be able to process your return.

When returning an item, you may request:

  • To exchange it for another item (or multiple items) provided that the value of the purchase is the same
  • Where the value of the purchase is higher, you can pay in the difference (though the payment will be required before we release your new order)
  • Where the value of the new purchase is lower, we can refund or credit you for the difference as per the options below
  • To receive store credit in the form of an electronic gift voucher that you can use at any time and over any number of purchases in the future
  • To receive a refund by EFT when a credit is not possible

The provision of goods and services by red espresso® is subject to availability. In situations where stock is not available, red espresso® will refund the client full in 30 days.

Return evaluation process

Kindly note that upon receiving the returned item(s) we will need to ensure that it meets the conditions outlined above and is in a re-saleable state; if it does not, we will contact you via email to either arrange to get the item(s) back or let you know if we have an alternative solution. Please allow up to 3 business days upon receipt of the return so that we can review the item(s) accordingly.

Orders damaged in transit

Please be sure to inspect your order upon receipt, and let us know as soon as possible, and within a maximum of 7 days, regarding any damaged stock received. Please email here to include as much detail as possible regarding the damage of the parcel as well as photographs. This will provide evidence for us to take the matter further with the courier service and support us to resolve the issue at hand.

Incorrect items delivered

If we accidentally deliver the wrong items to you, please do let us know as soon as possible, and within a maximum 7 days, by emailing here. Please include photographs of the incorrect stock received as we follow an internal process as to how and why your order was mistakenly packed. We will make sure to arrange for incorrect items to be swapped. Please understand that we will need to receive the incorrect items back before dispatching the correct items.

Cancellations

Cancellation of orders by the client will attract a 15% administration fee.
If your order has already shipped, you will need to follow the returns process mentioned above.

FAQs

My order hasn't arrived yet. Where is it?

Once you receive your waybill number, you can track your order directly with our courier company on their website: https://aramex.co.za/tracking/TrackShipment.php 

Do you deliver on public holidays?

We do not deliver on public holidays. Orders will be processed on the next working day

Do you deliver to my postcode?

We deliver anywhere in South Africa ONLY - No international deliveries are available.

Is next-day delivery available on all orders?

Next-day delivery is not currently available. Please allow 3–5 business days for standard nationwide delivery.

Do I need to be there to sign for delivery?

Not necessarily. Please ensure you communicate directly with our courier partners if you would like someone else to sign on your behalf.

Still need help?

Get in touch with our office

Tel: 021 863 1060
Email: online@redespresso.com