Terms of Service
General Information
Whidbey Island Taxidermy (hereinafter referred to as "the Business") provides taxidermy services for a variety of wildlife specimens. By engaging the Business’s services, customers agree to the following terms and conditions.
Down Payment and Payment Terms
A 50% non-refundable down payment is required for all projects at the time of drop-off. This deposit secures your place in our work schedule and covers initial materials and labor costs.
The remaining balance must be paid in full upon completion of the project and before the release of the finished work to the customer.
All credit and debit card transactions are subject to a 3.5% service fee.
Specimen Drop-Off Requirements
Customers must provide all relevant tags, hunting licenses, and any necessary permits with their specimen at the time of drop-off. Failure to present these documents will result in a delay or refusal of service.
The Business is not responsible for verifying the legality of the specimens brought in. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that all specimens are legally obtained and meet all state and federal regulations.
Project Completion and Pickup
Customers will be notified when their project is completed. The customer must pick up the completed project within two (2) weeks of notification unless other arrangements have been made in writing.
Projects not picked up within this two-week period will incur a storage fee of $5 per week, accruing until the project is picked up or other arrangements are made.
Shipping
Shipping is the sole responsibility of the customer. The Business can assist with shipping arrangements, but all costs, including packing materials and tracking, must be covered by the customer.
The Business requires tracked shipping for all projects. The Business is not liable for any damage, loss, or delays that occur during shipping.
We accept projects shipped to us, but they must be picked up in person.
Project Timelines
While the Business strives to complete all projects in a timely manner, completion times can vary based on the complexity of the project and the current workload. The Business does not guarantee specific completion dates but will provide estimates upon request.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
The 50% down payment is non-refundable. If a customer decides to cancel a project after work has begun, they forfeit their deposit. The customer may also be responsible for any additional costs incurred up to the point of cancellation.
Liability
The Business is not responsible for issues with the specimen discovered after thaw. You will be notified if issues are discovered. We are not liable for any natural deterioration, insect damage, or any other unforeseeable factors that may affect the condition of the specimen once it has been dropped off.
The Business will take all reasonable precautions to protect the specimen during the taxidermy process, but customers acknowledge that taxidermy work involves inherent risks and imperfections.
Disputes
Any disputes arising from these terms and conditions shall be resolved through mediation. If mediation fails, the dispute shall be settled through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
Governing Law
These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington.
Acceptance of Terms
By engaging Whidbey Island Taxidermy for services, the customer acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service.