Equipment Hire Terms and Conditions

Hire Terms

Our hire period for equipment rental is for up to 3 days.

The following Terms and Conditions, along with the Invoice, email, or text message (“Contract”) between Everest Marquee Hire (The “Owner”) and you (The “Hirer”), constitute an agreement regarding equipment hire that you consent to upon accepting your booking (“Contract”).

It is crucial that you read the Terms and Conditions before confirming your Invoice, email, or text message (“Contract”).

1. DEFINITIONS AND EXPLANATION

In these Terms and Conditions, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings described:

a. The “Owner” refers to Everest Marquee Hire;

b. “Owner’s Premises” means the location where the Owner stores the Equipment, specifically B43/93A Heatherdale Rd, Ringwood, VIC, 3134;

c. “Cancellation” refers to the Hirer’s cancellation of the equipment rental agreement;

d. “Cancellation Fee” signifies that 40% of the total order value is non-refundable for all Goods and Services;

e. “Cancellation Times” means a notice period of 14 days prior to the delivery of Goods;

f. “Cancellation Notification” refers to the communication made via text message or email;

g. “Contract” denotes the agreement between the Owner and the Hirer regarding the hiring of Equipment, with all Terms fully outlined in these Standard Terms and Conditions. The Contract is also referred to as the Invoice;

h. “Deposit” signifies any partial payment made prior to the delivery or customer pick-up of Goods;

i. “Equipment” encompasses all Goods and equipment offered on our website for event hire;

j. “Hirer” is defined as the company or individual renting the equipment from Everest Marquee Hire;

k. “Hire Fee” indicates the total invoice value;

l. “Period of Hire” represents the duration for which the Equipment is rented by the Hirer from the moment of delivery or customer pick-up until its return to the Owner;

m. “Site” refers to the specified venue or location where the Equipment is to be delivered and where the Hirer will take ownership of the Equipment;

n. “Venue” indicates the location where the Equipment will be utilized by the Hirer. Please note that the headings in these Standard Terms and Conditions are for convenience only and do not influence their interpretation. References to any party include their lawful successors and assigns.

o. “Usual procedure” means that Everest Marquee Hire staff will set up and pack up the marquee unless specified otherwise by the customer.

2. BASIS OF CONTRACT

a) Upon acceptance of a booking via an Invoice, the Hirer acknowledges acceptance of these Terms and Conditions regarding the event hire agreements.

b) Unless otherwise arranged in writing by Everest Marquee Hire and the Hirer, these Terms and Conditions shall be the sole guidelines under which Everest Marquee Hire will provide Equipment and services to the Hirer.

c) A formal quote provided by Everest Marquee Hire remains valid for 30 days. Acceptance of the order is subject to the Owner's discretion based on product availability.

d) Any special requirements from the Hirer must be communicated through email, detailing the specifics related to the venue or products. In the absence of a written request, Everest Marquee Hire will proceed following the usual procedure.

3. TERMS OF PAYMENT & PAYMENT METHODS

a) Everest Marquee Hire accepts payments via the following methods: Bank Transfers, Bank Deposits, and Cash.

b) The Hirer agrees to pay the Hire Fee to the Owner before the delivery of the Goods.

c) If the total payment is not received prior to delivery, the Owner is not obligated to deliver the Equipment and may withhold it.

d) This stipulation does not apply to agreed pre-arranged payment terms.

e) Without limiting the circumstances under which the Owner may require advance Hire Fee payment, the Owner may demand advance payment if any Equipment to be hired necessitates manufacturing, adaptation, or processing to meet the Hirer’s specific needs.

f) The Hirer may assume responsibility for covering any additional costs incurred by Everest Marquee Hire in recovering any outstanding balance if further action is required.

4. HIRE CHARGES

a) Written or online quotes for equipment hire are valid for just 30 days unless other arrangements have been established between the Owner and the Hirer.

b) Discount offers exclude Delivery and Collection, Damage Waiver, sub-hired items, or other discounted products. Additional exclusions may apply.

c) Unless stated otherwise, any delivery charges in the quotation assume:

i. Delivery is made to street level, with ground or floors being level and clear; should flooring (such as artificial grass or GYM floor) be needed, the Hirer must ensure that the ground meets such requirements.

ii. Pricing includes unpacking, setting out, and repacking of Goods.