Home Depot and Lowe’s have long been known to offer a 10% holiday discount to military members and their families, and in many cases veterans and retirees. These promotions were usually limited to the main military holidays such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Veterans Day. Well, no longer – both companies have just announced these offers are available every day of the week! Additionally, you may be able to find discounts online at Lowes.com and savings at HomeDepot.com.
Military Discount Eligibility: Please read the discount information closely, as these discounts may or may not be available to all military veterans on a daily basis.
Home Depot 10% military discount
Where one goes the other will follow. Home Depot and Lowe’s are notorious for attempting to undercut their competition, and it is easy to use their deals against each other – try it, just go into a Lowe’s or Home Depot with the flier from the other store and you can almost always get a price match.
The Home Depot 10% military discount was also originally focused on the major veterans holidays, but they followed Lowe’s lead. Again, you should expect to have a proper military ID and except certain limitations on dollar values, online shopping and more. But it’s still a great deal!
Home Depot Military Discount Updates
Some military members and veterans have reported not being able to receive a 10% discount when shopping at Home Depot. I have seen multiple instances where Home Depot advertises the discount, but they don’t officially have the discount listed on their website. An online customer service rep recently gave me this information about Home Depot military discounts:
Unfortunately, The Home Depot does not list its military discount policy online. However, the gist of it is this: We proudly offer Active and Veteran military a 10% discount on their online or in store purchases. Please contact Online Customer Care at 1-800-430-3376 and place your online order over the phone for a immediate discount or bring your ID to your local Home Depot. However, this may not be used in combination with any other sale prices or discounts.
This was the first mention I had heard of being able to receive a military discount online, but it’s worth trying to contact Online Customer Care to see if you can get the discount.
Other people have mentioned not being able to receive the discount for in-store purchases. Apparently it often comes down to manager approval, so it is most likely on a store by store basis. Please share your experiences below.
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Lowe’s 10% military discount details
Lowe’s now offers a 10% military discount to all active duty military members, members of the Guard and Reserve, retired military members and their immediate family members. The 10% Lowe’s discount also applies to disabled veterans and their families.
To be eligible for the everyday 10% discount you will need a valid, government-issued military ID card. All other military veterans will still be able to receive the discount on the Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Veterans Day weekends. The discount applies to in-stock and special-order purchases up to $5,000, but it excludes sales via Lowes.com and purchases of services or gift cards.
Keep in mind you may be able to find discounts at the Lowe’s.com website. Just follow the link or click on the banner below to access these deals. The best part is that you can view inventory and complete your order online, then visit the store and pick up the item. That way you don’t waste a trip only to find out they didn’t have your item in stock.
Don’t forget to shop around. If Home Depot or Lowe’s doesn’t honor the military discount, then shop around. There are plenty of home improvement coupons available from various stores.
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I was so happy when i found out that Home Depot was giving veterans the discount until i purchased products last week and was told i cant get the discount because my time of service i n the Navy in 1968 was to long ago and cant be honored…….thanks for the honor Home Depot!
Home Depot in Rockford, Il. 6-27-11
I had a gallon of paint and was at the check out counter. The check out lady
told me that I had a 10% discount coming because I was a veteran. I am a navy
veteran (1959 to 1963) and I have my hat on with my ships name and the few
ribbons I had been awarded. Thats all she needed to give me the discount.
I am a vet who is a veteran of foreign war VFW was in Vietnam 1965 and 1966 was RA but this affects drafted men as well I got out and joined the VFW my ID has my name and on the back states, I was in combat in far east Asia now they both give a 10% discount for vets accept the Vietnam vet who did the fighting they say we need a picture ID which no one who was RA for 3 years or a Drafted man for 2 years has one , only retired people get a picture ID or unless they go to a vet hospital 90 % do not have this it’s not the 10% it’s the Vietnam vets are put done one more time, PLEASE HELP I have tried to talk to both companies at corporate levels both neither bother to reply I have talk to many other veterans which all say the same thing we are soldiers of a lost war..And once again the 80.000, men and women dead on the wall in DC we are not as important as the 1200 who have died in this war, so SAD
Thanking you
If you take a copy, just a copy, of your DD Form 214 they will honor it as it is proof of your service.
today 8-03-2011 i was turned down for the military discount after producing my va id and american legion card. at home depot in gates ny.do not know if lowes has also changed its policy but hopefully the american legion will get involved as to why home depot has a new attitude towards veterans.
How does the cashier know if your active, disabled, etc? Does it say that on the card? Do not believe a VIC classifies the individual??
To avoid confusion maybe the big box stores should just discontinue the 10% discounts.
Called customer service & ordered item by phone – was able to get the 10% military discount, so it does work.
I have previously been able to use my VA (picture) card for the 10% discount at both Lowes and Home Depot in Kerrville Texas at anytime during the year.
I have now been turned down at the Home Depot, the cashier said I did not have the correct card, she had a sheet that had several cards shown (mine was not one of them) but it looked like to me that the only ONE they were honoring was an active duty ID. I have been using my VA Universal Access Card for over a year at both stores with no problem, in fact the day I was told my card was no longer good at Home Depot I had just used it there the previous day. Im not sure about the local Lowes but I do know I wont be going back in the Home Depot any more.
Follow up: I went to the local Lowes this last weekend and inquired about the veterans discount and was told that their were only 2 days a year that Lowes dont give the discount and that is Thanksgiving and Christmas when they are closed. The Lowes people dont have a list or pictures of certain cards or question you about anything, you just flash a card, any card and you get the discount with a smile, and a lot of time thanks for your service. Obviously Lowes has one policy thats the same for all stores, Home Depot is confused and leaves it up to the manager of the store?
Home Depot reminds me of that cheap *** friend you have that wont help buy the beer or the gas and only tips waiters 10%.
A 10% discount isnt really as big of a deal HD is making of it (and us), say you spend 5 bucks and you get a 50 cent discount, so what, I could have paid the full 5 bucks but I have to wonder how many people wont be going back into HD to spend that 5 bucks, I know I wont.
I went to both Lowes and Home Depot and got the same response at both places, I have to be active duty, retired or disabled in order to receive the discount at either place any day other than Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day or 4th of July. I don’t like shopping either place as I was able to use the “discount” many times and then all of a sudden it was changed less than a week later….
Lowes has followed hd in my town . service related or retired only.
sit at a desk for 20 and retire, you get it, be in a combat zone and make it out, your a second class vet. a vet is a vet, I do not need Lowes or HD to classify my service. Ask the 101st at yankee station if I qualify. If they say no i will accept it.
Correction 1stCav, not 101st.
On 19 January, she rejoined the carrier task group which had moved to “Yankee Station” in the Gulf of Tonkin. Sproston was detached from 5 to 11 February to perform trawler surveillance and blocking. During this time, she observed a Russian Okean-Class vessel, the Gidrofon, which was believed to be gathering electronic and tactical information. She rejoined the carrier group which returned to Subic Bay until 22 February. Back at “Yankee Station,” Sproston was again detached for Naval Gunfire Support duty.
She arrived off the coast, in the II Corps area, on 1 March and remained there until the 20th, firing 40 support missions for the 1st Cavalry Division and South Vietnamese Marines. The most eventful came on 9 March when, during a three hour battle, her guns helped to repulse a battalion-strength Viet Cong attack against Republic of Vietnam Marines near Tam Quan.
my husband had military id and was denied the discount at the home depot in clarksville, tn. We never had an issue with the military discount with any other depot or lowes until we tried to purchase carpet (under $1000 purchase) at the CLARKSVILLE home depot. The cashier was rued about it so we walked and will never return. It is sad that a store in a military town denies some veterans and allows others. Home depot, WE WILL NEVER SHOP AT THIS STORE AGAIN.
Lowes of Vacaville Ca. and Fairfield Home Depot gladly give 10% discount to service members. as well as Orchid Supply I have had absolutly no problem getting these discounts and they are given gladly..I think these stores deserve a heart felt thank you.. Travis AFB is located within a few miles and this is a military retirment communityThank you all three for remembering us
Both Home Depot and Lowes in Redding, CA have been wonderful about giving my husband the discount and most often thanking him for his service. I was looking online to find out how to get the discount online as there are a few things our store doesn’t carry, so we’ll try your suggestion. Thanks for the advice and thanks to Home Depot and Lowes for honoring out military personnel and disabled veterans.
Hey folks, there are a lot of you who sound pretty angry, but Home Depot or Lowes don’t have to offer the discount in the first place. If you got it for awhile, GREAT! Times are tough even for businesses and they may not be able to afford to give the perks the used to. My business is shutting down due to the economy. I’m sure Home Depot and Lowes doesn’t mean it as a slap in the face to any veteran. It’s just the economy and company’s trying to survive. If the help is rude, I don’t even care about the discout…I shop somewhere where I get a smiling face and some great customer service. HOWEVER, I would like to thank all of you for your service to our country. Including my wonderful husband.
I have come across this same problem. I think the problem is that they want the active ID card to say active on it. The ID card no longer says active duty on it. I had my retired reserve red ID card denied today. The girl said they only accept the VA ID card. I read the policy to her that I had a copy of. the manager gave me the discount. This was very embarrassing.
Lowe’s in the Tuscaloosa, AL area just discontinued the 10% military discount other than on Memorial and Veterans’ Days. I truly appreciated it while it was available. Home Depot in this area has only offered it on the holidays, but I like Lowe’s better anyhow. Thanks Lowe’s!
I was in Home depot last week for purchase. I showed my vet card. After waiting 5 minutes for manager, she said they no longer honor the discount but gave it to me this time.
Home depot was in Auburn Hills, Michigan on Brown rd.
I recently had a msaor go-around with both the local and some corporate personnel from Home Depot. Their ads are extremely misleading. They use the term “Veteran” in their PR and ads, BUT insist on ID. How many folks like me who put in 4 or more years and were honorably discharged and NOT going the the VA for any reason have current military ID??
Anyone who has served and was honorably discharged from the USA, USAF, USN, USMC or USCG will NOT have current military ID unless they were disabled and are using the V.A. and have ID for that or other special circumstances. RETIRED Veterans do have ID so that they have acccess to APHES, PX’s medical services, etc. at military posts, bases, and stations.
When I finally got a straight answer rom Home Depot, it turns out that for the all-year discount (in addition to Active Duty or disabled personnel) and although using the term Veteran, they are in fact refering ONLY to RETIRED personnel.
They need to PUBLICLY state that the year-round discount is only for:
Active Duty Personnel
Veterans with a service-related disability
Retired Military Personnel
-jim-
I’ve been taking advantage of the 10% discount for a couple of years now and I don’t have a VA card, however, it’s in the works. Sometimes, however, when I tell them I get a vet discount they ask for the card and I show them my DD214 and they say that’s not good enough (DUH). I immediately ask for the manager who gives me the discount post haste.
I was getting the 10% at Home Depot in Cape Coral, FL for about a year. Suddenly, no more I was told on my type of ID. It is the pink Marine ID with picture and other information. I am also 10% compensable, service connected. I just do not get it. Lowe,s always gives me 10% on everything, even sales and close outs.
Temple, TX
Rudely denied at Home Depot! The 10% is not the issue. The issue is the way they state their point. It sounds like they are anti-Veterans? I know someone else who “qualifies” for the HD Vet discount but every time they ask for it the cashier examines the VA card then says something like “oh, ok” then turns to the register without making a verbal recognition or eye contact with the Veteran….One time the cashier stated “oh your disabled” (said in a rude manner). This Vet does not like to advertise that he has a Service Connected Disability. This Vet is now going to Lowes only.
Lowes has always made me feel proud to be a Vet. Most every time I show my card the Lowes employee thanks me for my service. I do go out of my way to shop at Lowes. I would rather my hard earned money goes to someone who does appreciate my service and understands what all Veterans have done for this Country.
I would love to see all of us Vets support only the retail stores that show us some appreciation.
I do not work for Lowes. I do not have any family or friends (that I know of) working for Lowes. This statement I made is totally unsolicited by Lowes.
Here is what Lowes web site says about military discounts:
“Lowe’s established the 10% Military Discount to support the men and women who are currently serving our country in the Armed Services1 and to honor Retired Veterans and VA Recipients.2 This 10% discount is also extended to the immediate family3 of those who are currently serving, Retired Veterans, or VA Recipients.
To qualify for the Everyday 10% Military Discount, you must:
Be currently serving in, or retired from, a qualifying branch of the Armed Services, or be the immediate family member of someone who is and have a valid military ID Card.
Or:
Be a veteran who receives VA benefits and have a valid Veteran Identification Card (VIC).
We honor all Veterans on three specific holidays: Memorial Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day. During these three holiday weekends, we extend the discount to all veterans who served honorably and who present a valid Form DD214 or other proof of service. The Lowe’s Military Discount is extended to the Veteran community on these three holidays only.
The Military Discount must be used on personal purchases only and cannot be used for Lowes.com purchases, previous sales, or the purchase of gift cards or services including product installations. It cannot be combined with the Lowe’s Price Guarantee, or promotions such as “Spend and Get,” “New Mover,” “Project Starter,” “Your Choice,” or discounts such as Quote Support Program (QSP) quotes.
1 Armed Services — US Army, US Navy, US Air Force, US Marine Corps, US Coast Guard, or the National Guard and who are in active, reserve, or retired status.
2 Retired Veterans and VA Recipients — Veterans who have retired after 20 years of service and/or those who receive VA Benefits
3 Immediate Family — Spouses and/or dependent children (up to 18 years old.)”
I have never read the web site but I can speak of my personal dealings. The bottom line is that I feel HD does not get it……When I go to Lowes I am whole heartily thanked for my service. Sure the 10% helps but the personal touch is what does it for me. Lowes honors our service. I’m done with going to HD and getting scrutinized like I’m a wanted felon. I’m going to Lowes where I am appreciated.
Does anyone have a list of retail outlets that offer a Veteran program all year long. If there is such a list lets make it known so we can all give our hard earned money to the retailers that show their appreciation for all Veterans.
I have never read the website statement. I can only make reference to my personal dealings with Lowes and HD. It is very apparent to me that Lowes understands and honors all Vets. I’m not sure HD gets it? I’m done going into HD and being scrutinized like I’m a wanted felon. I am giving all of my business to Lowes where they show and verbalize their appreciation for my service. I’m proud to be a Vet and Lowes people remind me that the general public does respect and honor all Veterans.
Does anyone have a list of retailers that offer any type of a Veteran preference the whole year? If there is such a list then lets make it known and lets frequent them over their competitors……
Home Depot in MA., allowed a 10% discount when I showed them my VFW card no problems. This was at the sevice desk which happen to be taking sales customers.
Home Depot in Tucson AZ is wonderful! It was explained to me there is only certain types of military/veteran id’s Home Depot will except. One of the veteran id’s they will except is the VA id which has “service connected” written on it which is for disabled veterans. This is the one I have been able to utilize many times especially when I bought my home.
I also was denied a discount at Home Depot. I was a four year enlistee in the Air Force, (1976-1980), I have my VA picture ID, and I was told only certain veterans are eligible. I contacted Home Depot’s corporate office, and was told they can’t afford to give a discount to all veterans. I guess all veterans aren’t responsible for keeping them free to do business in the US and the world. (And I guess they don’t make enough profit to say thank you to all vets.) Go figure!
Today I went to Home Depot in Bristol VA. and had a couple of items to purchase. I thought I would try the veterans discount. I showed my VA picture ID card but the cashier said it was not a card they accepted. I am a Vietnam veteran and I guess that war doesen’t qualify for veterans status.
Thank you Home Depot, Lowe’s will get any business from me from now on.
I was told you have to have service connected under your pic on your VA ID if your not active duty. I also Went to HD to pick up a ladder and it would not give me the discount. Some kind of contractors special or something. The girl at the register gave me the 10% anyway and a big smile. I always feel funny pulling out the card , but I’m out of work and and need any help I can get. I want to say ‘thank you’ to the stores for showing some gardatude, not many did when I was in.
I also went to Lowes store in Warrington,Pa and was able to get the discount,for Veterans,Until today. The employee was rude and also said for active or retired. I had a VA Card honered by the court house which I had gotten a VA card. I was told that it would be honered at lowes.
The manager was not Honoring the Veterans also at Lowes! when I called him up about this matter.
If you Lowes don’t want to honor us,Thanks because if it wasn’t for us VETERANS! We would not be a free Country..
I agree
The last two times in Home Depot they refused to discount and told me that they only gave the 10% to disable vets.No more shopping here.Lowe has always given the 10%.
DOWN IN MANAHAWKIN NEW JERSEY IT ALL DEPENDS ON WHO’S AT THE REGISTER SOMETIMES THEY DO HONOR IT, AND SOMETIMES THEY DON’T. IN STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK THEY ARE VERY GOOD IN HONORING IT AT BOTH STORES. AND THEY USUALLY SAY THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE WHICH IS VERY NICE.
It should be a standard procedure fo all active and exmilitary to be able to get the 10% discount. Those who serverd their country and were honorably discharged don’t recieve the recognition. I personally belong to VFW American Legion and VA and have been denied. Most are young people that don’t have any idea what any of these IDs mean. If they are going to offer these discounts they should advise their help on how to ID a fomer and present veteran with card carrying ID. When I was discharged I wasn”t issued a card saying I was a veteran. Once I connected with VA VFW and American Legion I carried ID. Many vets don’t join these organizations but they are still vets..
I’ve used the ID card at both Home Depot And Lowes but today when I used my old active duty ID, I( I’ve been out 13 years) the manager told me not any more, that only active duty and and retiree’s.. I grab my card out of here hand and left.. She was Very snotty! This was the Lowes in Amsterdam NY, an d when I got home I wrote a email to corporate.. No more Lowes for me!!
I WENT IN TO HOME DEPOT ON TRENTON AND 10TH .. IN McALLEN,TX
BUT THEY WOULD NOT HONOR OUR MILITARY DISCOUNT .. I THEN TOOK MY BUSINESS … TO LOWE’S