Refund Policy

Refund Policy

Last updated: November 2026

Because we sell live animals, all koi sales are final in the traditional retail sense. We do, however, stand behind the health of every fish we release with the live-arrival guarantee outlined below.

Live Arrival Guarantee

If a koi does not arrive alive via our shipping service, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographs and video of the sealed shipping bag before opening. We will refund or replace the koi (customer chooses), subject to the conditions below.

Conditions

  • The claim is submitted within 2 hours of the carrier's delivery time.
  • Photos and video clearly show the koi in the unopened shipping bag.
  • Someone was available at the delivery address on the scheduled date.
  • Delivery was not delayed due to an incorrect address or missed hand-off.

Non-Refundable Situations

  • Losses caused by improper acclimation, unfit water quality, inadequate filtration, or predators.
  • Losses reported more than 2 hours after delivery.
  • Shipping fees, unless the loss is directly caused by carrier damage during transit.
  • Pickup orders once the koi has left our facility.

Cancellations

Orders can be cancelled for a full refund up until the koi is bagged and dispatched to the carrier. Once a shipment is in transit, cancellations are no longer possible.

Refund Processing

Approved refunds are issued to the original payment method within 5–10 business days. Depending on your bank or credit card provider, it may take a few additional days for the funds to appear.

Pond Installation Deposits

Deposits paid for pond installation projects are refundable up until materials are ordered or on-site work is scheduled. Refund terms are set out in your written project agreement.

Questions about this policy? Email info@maplecrownkoi.com or call 647-982-4219.