Costco wholesale is at the forefront of ensuring that their online customers have the best online ordering experience. Costco delivery is for everyone who urgently needs supplies without rushing to the store. For those busy days that you choose to order online, the Costco delivery service has got you.
Let’s get into it.
Do you tip Costco delivery drivers?
Yes, you can. Most customers tip the drivers between 5% to 10% which costs between $2 to $4. Tipping your Costco driver is not compulsory, however, tipping motivates the driver to keep on delivering since it’s an appreciation for their service. The driver always keeps 100% of the tip. Keep in mind that the driver has saved you the time to rush to the store, load, and unload your shopping from your vehicle. If however, you feel you want to tip the driver more it’s acceptable.
What will be discussed further,
- Steps on how to tip the delivery driver
- Will the Costco driver see the tip
- What are the types of delivery that Costco has to offer
- Conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
Steps on how to tip the delivery driver
When you place your order using the Costco app or the Costco website you will get the option to tip the driver.
The steps include:
- Click on instacart
- login to your account
- Do your shopping online from Costco and add it to your cart
- Proceed to checkout
- You can now enter your tip
- Lastly, place your order using your card
After you follow the steps above, you will successfully tip your delivery driver online using your credit or debit card. You may choose to tip your delivery driver in person using cash, however, it is not advised.
Will the Costco driver see the Tip
Absolutely. The Costco delivery driver Is made aware of the tips that he or she will receive through instacart. Instacart has made sure that this feature is available because they know how important it is for the driver to see tips offered by the customer.
What are the types of delivery that Costco has to offer
- Same day delivery
Same-day delivery is available to Costco members in available zip codes. Use this delivery service to order perishable groceries online inclusive of seafood or organic meat. The groceries will be delivered to you according to the time you choose to receive your delivery. The same-day delivery service is very convenient, and it can be as fast as 1 hour. Costco uses Instacart and Shipt.
Once you are done selecting your online shopping, a personal shopper from instacart proceeds with the shopping. If your shopper finds some items out of stock, they will text or contact you to inquire whether a substitute would work for you. If not, you can get a refund for the missing items.
Note that the minimum order costs $35 and you have to be present when the order is delivered.
- The 2-day delivery
The 2-day delivery is for Costco customers who want to order cleaning items, non-perishable organics, snacks, coffee, and many more. Note that if your order is over $75, you will not be charged the delivery fee.
Once your personal shopper completes your order, expect to receive your shopping at your door. All you need to do is unpack. If anything is missing in the store, you will be notified. The two-day delivery is available for customers nationwide excluding Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and Alaska.
- White glove delivery
The white glove delivery is a special kind of delivery known to be the best. The carrier will unpack the delivery, set it up and ensure that it works before leaving. The package is also delivered during your chosen appointment time.
- Room of choice delivery
The room of choice delivery is for bulky items that you purchase such as furniture. As the name states, the delivery of the item will be done to a specific room that you choose. Ensure you choose a convenient time because your signature will be required.
To find out more about the delivery options that Costco has to offer, go to costco.com
Conclusion
As discussed, Costco delivery is available for Costco online customers. This service makes your shopping life much easier since it saves you time. This being the case it’s good to tip your delivery driver because they have taken the time to get you what you need at the comfort of your home.
However, it all depends on whether you prefer to tip your delivery driver or not. Instacart advises the tip to be between 5%-10%. Do it online using your credit or debit card, instead of using cash. Lastly, expect the driver to get 100% of the tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much should I tip an appliance delivery driver from Costco?
Keep your appliance drivers between $10 to $20. This is to appreciate the hard work the driver has done to ensure you get your appliance in your home. For instance, a washing machine that has been delivered to the 7th floor. Since the lifting does take some energy, the tip will surely come in handy.
- How much will I pay for a Costco delivery?
For orders over $35 for the same-day delivery, you will pay $3.99 per order plus an additional tip if you please. For Costco members, shopping that costs over $75 earns a free 2-day delivery.
- Are Costco Instore prices the same as Delivery Prices?
The prices vary. The delivery prices are higher than in-store prices. This is the case because Costco wants to cover the service fee and the delivery cost since one-day delivery for items over $35 is free.