Shipping policy
Free Shipping Coverage
Kalamera provides 100% Free Standard Shipping to the 48 contiguous United States on all items.
Eligible Regions:
- 🇺🇸 United States: 48 contiguous states (see exclusions below)
Excluded Areas (no delivery available):
- Hawaii, Alaska
- U.S. Protectorates: Puerto Rico, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands
- APO / FPO addresses
- PO Box addresses (carrier requires physical delivery address)
Customers in excluded areas may request a shipping quote by contacting website@kalamera.com before placing an order. We will do our best to find a delivery solution for you.
Shipping & Delivery Estimates
Processing Time: 1–2 business days (Monday–Friday)
- In-stock orders typically ship the next business day
- Orders placed on weekends will be processed the following Monday
Estimated Delivery Time (Standard Ground):
- 5–10 business days, depending on your destination and carrier
Tracking: You will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information once dispatched. Please allow up to 48 hours for tracking info to update after carrier pickup.
Split Shipments: If your order contains multiple items with different readiness dates, you may receive separate shipments with unique tracking numbers.
Potential Delays: While we strive for prompt delivery, please account for possible delays caused by major holidays, severe weather, or carrier logistical events.
Carrier & Delivery Methods
All orders are shipped via Pilot, UPS, or FedEx, depending on order destination and product dimensions.
| Item Weight | Carrier | Delivery Level |
|---|---|---|
| Under 150 lbs | UPS / FedEx | Standard Ground |
| Over 150 lbs | Freight (Pilot / Truck) | Threshold Delivery |
Standard Delivery (Threshold): All shipments default to Threshold Delivery — the carrier will deliver the product to the first dry area of your residence (garage, front porch, or ground-level entry).
Adult signature may be required upon delivery for all orders.
Delivery Inspection (Important!)
All Kalamera products leave our warehouse in brand-new, unused condition. Please inspect all packages before signing for delivery.
If any item appears damaged or missing:
- Notify the carrier immediately before signing the delivery receipt
- Request written documentation of the damage from the carrier
- Take clear photos of the packaging and product
- Contact us at website@kalamera.com within 3 business days of receiving your shipment
We will process your damage claim with the delivering carrier as quickly as possible. Claims submitted after 3 business days may not be eligible for replacement.
Sales Tax
- California: Mandatory sales tax will be added at checkout for all shipments to California. Tax rate varies based on your shipping address.
- All other states: No sales tax on deliveries outside the State of California.
Tax calculations are handled automatically at checkout based on your shipping address.
Important Notes
- Verify your shipping address before payment. We ship to the address provided at checkout and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses.
- Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility if the product did not meet expectations or if a wrong order was placed after shipment.
- Product weight determines carrier: Items under 150 lbs ship via UPS; items over 150 lbs ship via freight/truck.
- Physical address required: We cannot deliver to PO Box, APO, or FPO addresses.
Commercial & Bulk Orders
For restaurants, hotels, wine bars, or bulk B2B purchases, please contact our sales team in advance to coordinate specific delivery arrangements, volume pricing, and timelines.
📧 website@kalamera.com
Need Help?
For shipping inquiries, delivery updates, or special delivery requests:
📧 website@kalamera.com
Thank you for choosing Kalamera. We're committed to getting your wine & beverage cooler to you safely and on time.