If you love a good DIY project or home upgrade, knowing how to save money at Home Depot can make a big difference. This ultimate Home Depot savings guide breaks down the best ways to find deals, use discounts, and take advantage of insider programs that many shoppers overlook. From special buys and seasonal promotions to rebate offers and credit card perks, these Home Depot money-saving tips will help you stretch every dollar on your next project.
Home Depot is one of the largest home improvement retailers in the country, offering a wide range of products, including power tools, paint, flooring, lighting, and beautiful home décor items. Whether you’re tackling a DIY project, updating your space, or just shopping for seasonal décor, you can find just about everything you need under one roof.
Before you head out to buy tools or supplies for your next project, check out these smart ways to shop at Home Depot like a money-saving pro. You’ll discover how to take advantage of deals, discounts, and hidden perks that even regular shoppers often miss. And if you have a favorite Home Depot savings tip, we’d love to hear it!
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Best Ways to Shop at Home Depot
Shop at the Home Depot Savings Section
Your best bet for finding great deals on quality products for your home is to shop at Home Depot Savings. Home Depot Clearance offers savings on a range of items, including patio furniture, bath, kitchen, hardware, home electronics, lawn and garden, and more. You can find clearance items online or in-store and enjoy free shipping on qualified orders.
In today’s post, I’m focusing on the home décor and small appliances you can find at Home Depot. Beyond power tools and hardware, Home Depot carries a great selection of stylish décor, lighting, kitchen essentials, and small appliances that can elevate your space — often at prices that surprise you.
Kearsten 39.4 in. H Rustic Brown Round Bar Table, Bistro Pub Table with Metal Ring Footrest for Dining, Coffee Cocktail
Bella Square Gold Metal and Glass Side Accent Table
Red Tortilla Bowl Maker with Indicator Lights
Red and White 6 ft. x 9 ft. Rectangular Moroccan Polypropylene Waterproof Fade-Resistant Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug
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BYBLIGHT – Wellston 7-Tier Indoor Plant Stand
- Wide and tall shelves accommodate large planters
- 7-tier design enables multiple plant displays in compact spaces
- Engineered wood and metal construction supports up to 200 lbs
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StyleWell – Set of 4 Matted Picture Frame Set
- Designed for vertical or horizontal display
- Set of 4 gallery photo frames in black finish with removable mats
- Each frame measures 16×20 with an 8×10 matted photo opening
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Tommy Bahama – Ocean Bay Stripe 3-Piece Medium Blue Cotton Towel Set
- Machine-washable fabric for easy maintenance
- Blue striped pattern for a calming modern accent
- Made of 100% terry cotton for absorbency and fade-resistance
Check their Special Buy of the Day
Every day online, you can find deeply discounted merchandise. Sometimes, you won’t even believe how low the price tags for their Special Buy of the Day items can get. However, these are “today only” offers while supplies last.
Shop at the Specials and Offers section
One of the easiest ways to get the best deal on items you plan to buy is to sort them by department and price. Browsing through Home Depot’s Specials and Offers page is one of the great ways to get significant discounts.
Don’t pay for shipping.
Most orders of $45 or more will automatically qualify for free shipping. If you spend less than $45, you can choose free same-day pick-up at your local store.
Take Advantage of The Home Depot Return policy.
Home Depot has a generous return policy. You have 90 days from the date of purchase, provided you have a valid sales receipt or shipping confirmation email, a valid ID, or the credit card used for the purchase.
Some items have exceptions for returns.
These are the following items that may only be returned within 30 days of purchase:
- Furniture
- Area Rugs
- Gas Powered Equipment and Tractors
- Generators (other than Whole House and Stationary Generators)
- Consumer Electronics (Televisions & Computers)
Have you ever returned dead plants or flowers to a Home Depot store? I have seen others do this, but I’ve never tried it. For more information on our full return policy, please visit this link.
Do a price match for an additional 10% off
Home Depot has a price match guarantee if you find a lower price on any in-stock item at a local competitor. It will match the cost of the item, plus give you an extra 10% off. This exclusion applies to special orders, bid pricing, volume discounts, open-box merchandise, labor and installation, sales tax, rebates, free offers, typographical errors, and online purchases.
To purchase a big-ticket item at Home Depot, check your local ads for competitors’ prices, such as Best Buy or Lowe’s. You must take that ad and ask for a price match plus an additional 10% off. Online purchases are subject to price match only.
Get the difference back if the price drops.
The Home Depot Price Protection Policy is valid for 30 days. If you purchase something and the price drops, you have 30 days to request a price adjustment. If you make a big ticket purchase, add a reminder to your calendar and check the price for the next 30 days.
Please pay Attention to Price markdowns (tips courtesy of my friends at Rather Be Shopping)
What do Yellow Tags mean?
When shopping in-store, you will see items with yellow tags. These tags indicate that an item is nearing the end of its clearance period. The price indicated in the tag means it’s the biggest discount the store will make for an item.
Prices ending in .06 – “Former Home Depot employee, “George, who used to perform all the price changes at the Home Depot where he worked, told me that any price ending in .06 is a clearance item and has 6 weeks to go until the following price change (which will be lower). These are typically printed on a yellow price tag.
Prices ending in .03 – “George” then informed me that items that still haven’t sold out after 6 weeks will be lowered again to a price ending in .03. This means that after 3 weeks, the item will be removed permanently. These are also printed on a yellow tag. Look at the date printed on the bottom of the price tag to determine when it was printed, as it’s an excellent indicator of when the item will get marked down again or be removed from the warehouse.”
At my Home Depot, you can often find clearance items and price markdowns on end caps in the store. Be sure to check when you plan to make your next purchase! You can usually get a price markdown on returned paint, so be sure to ask about that as well. You might get lucky and find just what you are looking for!
More Ways To Save at Home Depot
Look to see if there is a rebate.
Before you purchase, visit the rebate center page on the Home Depot website. Search by product name or type, find current rebates, and get money back on qualifying items. You may be surprised at the hundreds of items offering rebates. My tip: address the envelope for the refund and add the stamp immediately. Once I add the stamp, I am committed to submitting the rebate.
Use a competitor’s coupon (your mileage may vary)
Please take advantage of all available coupons that may be applicable. It’s not listed on their website, but it is widely known that most Home Depot stores accept competitors’ coupons, although this is often at the discretion of the manager. I have used Lowe’s and Ace Hardware coupons at my local Home Depot without issues. It’s worth a try for in-store merchandise. Come back and tell us if you tried it!
For Veterans
Active military, veterans, and their spouses enjoy 10% off eligible purchases, up to $400 annually. To learn more, click here.
Rent tools at Home Depot
Did you know that you can rent tools at Home Depot? There are over 500 tools to rent for DIY projects, landscaping, and more. Not all stores rent tools, so this is your best bet to save money for a one-time project instead of spending half of your budget buying tools.
You can check the availability of the tools online or call your local store. Home Depot has everything, whether you’re looking to rent small items or large appliances for your home improvement needs. You can rent tools at Home Depot by the day, the hour, or the month.
Moving? Let Home Depot Help You
You can rent trucks at many Home Depot locations. My husband and I have done this several times. If you are moving or need a truck for a short time, check the prices at Home Depot. You can also get free, unlimited miles on one-way Penske truck rentals nationwide. When you reserve online, you can take advantage of special deals and discounts on Penske rentals.
Use The Home Depot App
Make shopping more effortless with the Home Depot app. You can use this to browse for items and read reviews from other shoppers. Pro tip: If you plan to purchase big-ticket items, check the reviews on the item’s page to gain insight into whether it’s worth it. You can also find alternatives to it, as users sometimes mention them in their reviews.
I also love the shopping list, image search, barcode scanner, and augmented reality features of the app. To download the Home Depot app, click here.
Bonuses For People Who Shop at Home Depot
Home Depot is not only a hardware store offering exclusive home improvement product deals. It also has free workshops for the whole family.
Bonus For Kids
Kids can attend free in-store workshops. These free, fun workshops are held every 1st Saturday of each month for kids ages 5-12. The best part is they get to keep their craft and receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin. Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron, and pin. Registering online is recommended.
For Adults
Adults can attend free weekly workshops on topics where they can learn to build, fix, and install their home projects and save money by doing it themselves. You can also find free online project how-to’s on the Home Depot website.
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