"Sydney, Nova Scotia Canada - August 2, 2011: A Home Depot store sign on the front of one of their retail locations in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada."
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5 Savvy Shopping Secrets DIYers Should Know About Home Depot
By RYAN HAYWARD
Subscription Savings
For items you regularly buy at Home Depot, you can receive a 5% discount by subscribing to it online, and then simply schedule how often you'd like to receive it in-store or for delivery. Look online to see if your item is applicable and for more information.
Save By Buying More
If you are an avid DIYer, you can sign up for Home Depot’s “Pro Xtra” membership that offers major discounts on bulk building materials. Although this program is geared for professionals, it can help you save if you have a lot of home renovations.
Repair Or Rent Tools
Home Depot offers tool repair and maintenance services that can revive tools still under warranty at no cost to you. For big power tools like chainsaws, generators, tile cutters, vacuums, and more, you can easily rent them at a fraction of the cost of buying new.
Save on Paint Costs
Hiring professional painters can cost between $20 to $50 an hour in addition to the cost of the materials. To save on paint costs, watch out for Fourth of July and Memorial Day sales, or ask if any cans were made by mistake for deeply discounted paint.
Other Ways To Save
Always look at the clearance sections and discount racks online and in-store that may contain end-of-season items or products that have slightly damaged packaging. This way, you can find discounts on plants, tools, desk lamps, dirt, and more.