It’s an association that offers you more than just the industry’s best products for residential and commercial systems. Hunter’s Preferred Contractor Program members also receive special benefits that demonstrate extra commitment to helping you grow your business and be more successful in your operation.

How it works is simple. Once you are a member, with every qualifying purchase you will receive “points.” These points can be collected and then redeemed — for business benefit or personal pleasure. Or treat yourself to an enticing selection of great awards or cash.

You’ll also find that the Hunter Preferred Contractor Program provides a host of special opportunities — e.g., educational seminars, product samples and the chance to test new products, enhanced communications and feedback to Hunter and your Distributor — that will benefit both you and your business.

Who is Eligible for the Program?

All professional landscape and/or irrigation contractor companies headquartered in the continental United States, Hawaii or Canada (excluding Quebec) are eligible.

How can I Earn Award Points?

All you need to do is purchase Hunter irrigation products. There are no minimum purchase requirements and no bothersome “product mix” to maintain. Buy whatever you need to get the job done and earn points along the way. And, the more you buy, the better your award. Points are calculated based upon your cost for Hunter materials. For every $50.00 (U.S.) in eligible products you buy, you’ll earn points which you can exchange for an incredible array of awards.

How Are Points Posted to My Account?

There’s no messy bookkeeping for you. Hunter will maintain all records of the award points you have available. In order for us to turn your purchases into points, however, you have to let us know what you bought:

• Mail in photocopies of invoices (with Hunter purchases highlighted), showing the purchase cost of each Hunter item, from your local authorized Hunter Distributors, along with a Points Request form (available on the member website)
• Have your Distributor generate a computer report for you of your Hunter purchases (many distributors report information automatically to Hunter - check to see if your distributor offers this service)

How Soon Do I have to Use My Points? Can They be Carried Over From Year to Year?

The choice is yours. You can use your points right away, or save them for an even bigger award. Just remember that points are good for up to two years from the date of posting, so be sure to use them before they expire.

Are There Opportunities to Earn Even More in the Preferred Contractor Program?

The program is designed to provide a high level of service, benefits, and attention to all program members, with specific emphasis on customers who are purchasing the complete family of Hunter products on a continuous basis.

Each year, program members are assigned to one of four levels based upon their prior year’s purchases posted to the program.

• Platinum members purchase more than $100,000 in Hunter products per year.
• Gold members purchase $50,000 to $100,000 in Hunter products per year.
• Silver members purchase $20,000 to $50,000 in Hunter products per year.
• Standard members purchase less than $20,000 in Hunter products per year.

How Are Customers Assigned Their Status?

Each year, customers are assigned to levels based on Hunter product purchases posted to their accounts between January 1 and December 31 of the previous year.

Can Customers Increase Their Status Level Mid-season?

Customers are assigned a level each year based upon their total posted purchases for the prior calendar year. It is important for you to watch your statements during the year to make sure your purchases are being posted throughout the season, so your status is properly credited at year-end for the next season.

Preferred Contractors will be dynamically upgraded mid-season to the next level if they achieve it. For example, if a member enters the program at Silver status, they can achieve Gold status simply by purchasing $50,000 in Hunter during the current year. As soon as the threshold for the next level is met, the member is automatically upgraded and welcomed to the next level.

What Happens if Not All My Purchases Are Recorded in a Calendar Year?

Membership in the program and assignment to the different categories of membership are based on the purchases posted to your account during the calendar year. The timing of when we receive your information can impact your status. It is important to note that it is the member’s responsibility to make sure all purchases are posted during the year by reviewing the statements you receive every 3 months. Remember that all purchases must be made from a local authorized Hunter Distributor in order to be eligible for points. Please report any discrepancies to the Preferred Contractor Program by calling 1-877-888-0167.

What Awards can I Earn?

We sure hope that you like choices. Because there are quite a few things from which you’ll be able to select. There are three main categories of awards (all of which are explained in detail later in this booklet) and you can use your points toward any single award or combination of awards, in any single category or combination of categories.

1. Cash Awards: Turn your points into cash and spend it how you want!

2. Distributor Credit: Redeem points for a credit that can be applied to your authorized Hunter distributor account.

3. Business Tools: Order from an array of business tools to help with marketing, website design, computers or software to help give your business a competitive edge. All items are in our awards catalog.

4. Exciting Merchandise Awards: Reward yourself (or others in your company) with any of the high-quality awards described in our awards catalog, and on the member website.

To redeem your points for the award(s) of your choice, simply complete the Award Claim Form, available on the member website.

When can I start Earning Points?

In order to participate, you must enroll in the Program by completing a Program Enrollment Form, or by enrolling online at the Program website. You are eligible to receive points upon the effective date of your enrollment in the program. Remember to submit all requests for points by the deadlines explained on the Points Request Form. Hunter must also have your current W9 form for your company on file in order for you to participate in the program.

I Already Participate in a Rewards Program or “Points Program” Offered by My Local Hunter Distributor. is the Hunter Program a Part of That?

This program is presented by Hunter separately, as an additional reward for your purchases from your Hunter Distributor. However, in many cases, your Hunter Preferred Contractor Program points and the points earned in other Distributor-sponsored programs can be combined to allow you to attain even greater awards. Check with your Distributor for details on the special opportunities they may have available.

What Other Restrictions do I Need to be Aware of?

Your point balance can be reduced if there are no purchases or redemptions submitted for your account in an 18 month period, or if you return products.

Your points can be put on hold if you fail to maintain your account in good standing with your Hunter Distributor.

Official terms and conditions are included at the back of the member handbook, which will be sent to you upon acceptance to the program.

How do I Find Out My Available Point Total?

That’s easy. You will automatically receive a regular statement from Hunter indicating the value of points posted to your account. However, you may also check your current point balance by contacting Hunter headquarters or by visiting www.HunterPreferred.com and see if points are at risk of expiring. If we have your e-mail address, you will also be notified when your statement is available online.

Sign up for the Hunter Preferred Contractor Program!