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Miles W

1 reviews | Active since Nov 2024

04 Nov 2024, 03:03

Genesis Hydrovac Plus- motor failure after 14 months

Purchased a Genesis Hydrovac Plus about 14 months ago. We have been pedantic about maintaining this device (removing filter; washing it; allowing it to dry; cleaning the bucket etc), yet a complete motor failure the other day - blue smoke accompanied by grinding sound from machine.

This is now the 2nd machine we’ve had from Verimark that has failed spectacularly. Poorly constructed and not worth the money- stay away from this *******.

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Replies (6)
Verimark
Verimark's reply04 Nov 2024, 07:23
Official
 Dear Miles Warrington,Thank you for telling us about your recent experience with our product. We are very sorry for the disappointment and inconvenience this caused. We value good quality and want the best service, so it’s important to know when we don’t meet our high standards.Please find our policies and Consumer Protection Act (CPA) guidelines below:15-Day Money-Back Guarantee
  • A proof of purchase is needed.
  • This is a satisfaction guarantee we offer to our customers.
  • If you had the chance to inspect the product before buying, there is no automatic right to a return or refund unless the product has a defect.
  • Even if the return is a day or two late, we will assist.
  • Items over R399.00 will need an in-store assessment before a refund is provided.
Repair, Exchange, or Refund Rights
  • Within 6 months of purchase:
    • Proof of purchase is required.
    • A technical assessment will be done.
    • You can choose between repair, exchange, or refund if there’s a defect.
    • If there’s misuse or abuse detected, no refund or exchange will be given.
    • Repairs are guaranteed for three months, which run with the original guarantee period.
  • After 6 months but within the guarantee period:
    • Proof of purchase is required.
    • A technical assessment will be done.
    • Only repairs are offered, and they are guaranteed for three months (running with the original guarantee period).

To help us resolve this quickly, could you please provide:

  • The store location where you made the purchase and returned it.
  • The name of the salesperson who helped you.
  • Any repair reference number or paperwork was given during your return visit.
Once we have this information, we’ll contact the store directly to speed up your process. Thank you for letting us make this right. We are committed to your satisfaction and appreciate your patience.

Warm regards,
The Verimark Team 
MW
Miles W's update04 Nov 2024, 07:53
Reviewer Update
Hi,

None of that helps me at all-

- product was bought online through Verimark’s website;
- the product was brand new;
- has not been subject to any abuse- in fact it still looks brand new!
- it is out of your 12 month warranty unfortunately, so repairing this is not feasible;
- do you take faulty items for parts? Otherwise, this will just go onto the street to be ‘recycled’.

Rgds
Verimark
Verimark's reply04 Nov 2024, 08:49
Official
Dear Miles   Thank you for your response,Please take your faulty units to the nearest Verimark store. We will coordinate with the store to have the units sent to the Verimark head office for technical assessment, and we will provide you with feedback accordingly. You can find the nearest store using our store locator at https://www.verimark.co.za/contact-us/store-locator/

Kind regards, Verimark Team 
Verimark
Verimark's reply08 Nov 2024, 13:44
Official
Dear Miles
Thank you for your reply, we will provide you with an update once received
Regards
The Verimark team
MW
Miles W's update28 Nov 2024, 16:52
Reviewer Update
In the end, Verimark came through - replaced the faulty motor without cost to me. It is generally unusual when that happens across industries. Well done.
Verimark
Verimark's reply29 Nov 2024, 07:54
Official
Dear Miles,Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your vacuum cleaner was fixed at no cost and that you’re happy with the outcome. Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we’re glad we could resolve the issue for you.Kind regards,
Verimark Team