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Standard return window: 90 days from purchase
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Exceptions: 365 days for purchases made with a Home Depot credit card
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Receipt required: Yes, unless linked to a card or My Account
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Non-returnable items include:
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Custom tinted paint
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Cut-to-size materials (like lumber, blinds, rope, carpet)
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Major appliances (after delivery acceptance)
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Special orders
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🚧 Common “Impossible Return” Scenarios
1. No Receipt, No Account Link
Scenario: You paid in cash, tossed the receipt, and the item doesn’t scan back to your name.
Why it’s a problem: Home Depot can’t verify the transaction or the price paid.
Solution:
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Try a credit/debit card lookup at the service desk
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Bring a bank statement if you used a card
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Use photo proof of purchase, if available (especially for special orders)
Pro Tip: Always link purchases to a Home Depot account or Pro Xtra number to avoid this.
2. Opened Tool or Used Item
Scenario: You used a power tool once, but now want to return it.
Why it’s a problem: Used tools often can’t be resold and may require inspection. Some returns are declined due to perceived wear or abuse.
Solution:
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Bring all original packaging, manuals, and accessories
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Clean the tool and document the issue
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Be honest about why you’re returning it (e.g., performance issue vs. regret)
3. Custom Paint or Mixed Items
Scenario: You bought a can of Behr paint, had it tinted, and now want to return it because you don’t like the color.
Why it’s a problem: Custom-mixed paint cannot be resold, even if unopened.
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