Eight Services You Can Get Free If You Have a Costco Membership

Costco is one of the most popular wholesale stores. Where else can you find affordable, high-quality baked goods, super-affordable large hot dogs, and sought-after gifts—all in one place? But the chain also offers a number of free services that help you save time and money, writes Money Talks.

Here's what Costco members get for free.

1. Tire maintenance

To prolong the life of your tires, they need to be rotated and balanced regularly to ensure even wear. This typically costs between $49 and $72 for a rotation and $37 to $55 for a balancing.

If you buy tires at Costco, these services are free for the life of your tires. The tire center also checks and adjusts tire pressure free of charge, and, if possible, repairs punctures.

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2. Hearing test

If you suspect your hearing is deteriorating, there's no need to make a special appointment with a specialist at a clinic. Costco members can get free hearing tests at stores with a hearing center.

You must make an appointment in advance. The procedure takes about an hour. The test is conducted in a separate, soundproof booth.

3. Hearing aid service

Costco offers free hearing aid service for those who purchase hearing aids. Costco centers offer free loss and damage protection, as well as a warranty on select models. They also offer free cleaning and testing of hearing aids.

4. Technical support

It's frustrating when you can't set up a new device properly. If you bought it at Costco, you can get free technical support by phone.

Our specialists help with setup and troubleshooting for a variety of product categories, including security systems, laptops, televisions, and large household appliances.

5. Расширенная гарантия

If an item fails after the manufacturer's warranty expires, Costco will repair, replace, or refund the item for two years from the date of purchase.

This applies to televisions, projectors, computers (except touchscreen tablets) and many types of large household appliances.

6. Delivery

Even with large item sizes, Costco members can enjoy free shipping.

It's available on contact lenses, tires (when delivered to a Costco tire center), and non-perishable items on orders of $75 or more with two-day delivery (excluding Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico).

7. Return of goods

One of the reasons Costco is so popular is its easy return policy.

Even online orders can be returned free of charge by mail. The company provides a shipping label and refunds the shipping cost along with the purchase price. Purchases can also be returned directly to the store.

Most goods can be returned for any reason, but there are exceptions. For example, electronics have a 90-day return period, and in some regions, the return of tobacco products and alcohol is prohibited by law.

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8. Cashback

This benefit is only available to Executive level members, but with certain spends it can fully cover the cost of membership.

These members receive 2% cashback on most purchases. At the end of the year, the company sends a receipt with the accumulated amount, which can be used in-store.

If you spend at least $3250 per year, cashback covers the difference between a basic Gold Star membership and the Executive level.

The maximum cashback amount is $1250 per year.

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