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Home Depot Military Discounts – How to Save 10% on Purchases at Home Depot

Author: Ryan Guina Last Updated: February 24, 2021 12 Comments

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Home Depot is one of the most popular hardware store chains in the United States. So, it comes as no surprise that they offer a variety of different promotions to keep their customers interested. Though most promotions and discounts are provided for a particular event, holiday, or time of year, others are directed toward a specific group of people. The Home Depot military discounts are one such discount.

Home Depot isn’t the only home improvement store that offers this discount—Lowe’s does as well— but it’s still a nice way to actively say thanks to those who have dedicated themselves to serving our country.

Home Depot Military Discount

The Home Depot Military Discount at a Glance:

The Home Depot has an excellent military discount policy, but there are some limitations and exclusions. We’ll start with the cliff notes, then list the full details.

Home Depot Military Policy Eligibility:

  • Active duty servicemembers and their families
  • Guard & Reserve members and their families
  • Retired military members
  • Service-connected disabled veterans
  • All other veterans are eligible during military holidays, such as Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day
  • A military ID card or veteran ID card is required to get the discount

Home Depot Military Discount Exclusions:

  • Clearance items
  • Certain promotions and items from select manufacturers (these are often manufacturer restrictions and not Home Depot policy)
  • Certain commodities with small margins
  • Installation services and freight
  • Gift cards
  • Military discounts may not be stacked with other promotions
  • Online purchases*

*Some military veterans have mentioned it is sometimes possible to purchase items online for in-store pickup and get the discount from the customer service desk when you pick up your purchase at the store.

Home Depot Military Discount Policy

Home Depot offers a 10% military discount to select military personnel year-round. All active duty military personnel, Reserve members, National Guard members, retired veterans, veterans with a service-connected disability rating, and their immediate family members are entitled to receive Home Depot’s military discount at all U.S. store locations.

All other former military personnel, such as those who have been honorably discharged but aren’t retired military members, aren’t eligible for the year-round military discounts but can receive a military discount on military holidays, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Veterans Day.

One wonderful aspect of Home Depot’s discount policy is that it’s straightforward and doesn’t require any registration or extensive approval process. This is in contrast to Lowe’s, which requires members to sign up for the free MyLowe’s program to be eligible for the military discount.

Eligible active duty military members or veterans merely need to show their valid military ID card or veteran ID card at the time of purchase and they can receive a 10% military discount on qualifying purchases.

Military ID Card requirements:

  • Your ID card must be physically present. Electronically sent copies of proof of military service don’t work (such as showing a photo off of your phone).
  • Disabled veterans must have a VA ID card that shows the veteran has a service-connected disability rating.

Immediate family members of qualified recipients can also reap the benefits of this discount, but the owner of the military ID card must be present at the time of purchase. Home Depot’s military discount is only available for in-store purchases at United States store locations. However, some shoppers have reported being able to select ship to store online and receiving the discount on pickup, so it’s worth asking in that instance.

Exclusions to the Home Depot Military Discount

As with all discounts and savings opportunities, Home Depot’s military discount comes with a few restrictions and prohibitions. Military discount users should be aware of them before stepping into the check-out line. After all, you don’t want to attempt to buy $7,000 worth of goods only to find that the maximum purchase amount is much less.

So, what limitations apply to Home Depot’s military discount?

The maximum amount to which you can apply the discount is a purchase of $5,000, equating to a maximum discount of $500. It may seem odd to apply a purchase cap, but it exists to prevent customers from buying, for instance, an entire house worth of materials, which would result in thousands of dollars in savings—a less reasonable discount to expect a company to offer.

There are certain products, such as gift cards and select commodity SKUs, that are excluded from the military discount. These restrictions are due to manufacturer limitations, already razor-thin profit margins, and other legalities. Installation services and freight also do not qualify for the Home Depot military discount. When in doubt, always ask ahead of time whether you can complete your intended purchase in conjunction with your military discount.

Your purchase also can’t be paid for using a commercial credit card, a Pro Key tag, or be connected to a job number. Home Depot’s military discount is intended for personal use only. For large purchases (over $1,500), it can be worth registering for the Pro Xtra program, as the bid room often results in higher discounts than 10%. The military discount can be used with the Home Depot consumer credit card, however.

Finally, you cannot combine Home Depot’s 10% military discount with any other promotion, markdown, or coupon. In that case, you’ll want to do the math and choose which discount saves you more. The discount can’t be used retroactively for prior purchases, regardless of the reason.

Is The Home Depot Military Discount Available Online?

The Home Depot does not have an online verification system, so you can’t directly get the Home Depot military discount online. However, many military members and veterans have mentioned they have been able to make purchases online for in-store pickup. At that time, they request the 10% military discount from the customer service agent at the pickup area.

You can visit the Home Depot website to find current online promotions using this link.

Find Discounts on The Home Depot Website

The Home Depot website often features deals that aren’t available at their warehouse stores. So it’s a good idea to check their website for current offers and discounts.

Some of these discounts may be available for online purchase and in-store pickup, while others may only be available online.

Keep in mind, some of these online promotions may not be stackable with the Home Depot military discount offer, so can rest assured knowing you are getting the best price.

Finally, for online purchases of items that are eligible for the 10% military discount, some veterans have reported being able to make an online purchase with in-store pickup, and apply the military discount at that time. Simply visit the customer service desk when you pick up your items and ask for the military discount. Just note that is not an official part of the military discount policy, so your mileage may vary.

Visit the Home Depot website to find current online promotions.

How The Home Depot Supports the Military Community

In addition to the military discount program, the Home Depot also offers a variety of programs that support the military community, including efforts to hire military veterans and programs to help build homes for disabled veterans.

In Summary

I’ve used the military discount at The Home Depot many times, and I’ve always been grateful for the support The Home Depot shows the military community.

It is essential to know the details of the fine print, exclusions, and terms that come with military discounts, but they are a great way for military members and veterans to be rewarded for their selfless dedication to serving the United States. A 10% military discount may not seem like such a significant discount on paper, but the idea of gratitude that it symbolizes is a powerful thing.

If you’re a veteran or active duty military member that is eligible for Home Depot military discounts, don’t miss out on the chance to take advantage of the special pricing you’re eligible to receive.

Visit the Home Depot website to find current online promotions.

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Ryan Guina served over 6 years on active duty in the USAF and is currently serving in the IL Air National Guard. He has been writing about military and financial topics since 2007.

He also writes about money management and investing at Cash Money Life and military benefits and related topics at The Military Wallet.

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  1. Jim Arcand says

    April 12, 2021 at 6:33 PM

    The Home Depot policy was designed by fakers and no doubt non-veterans. Lowe’s merely asks for your SS number. They have a site that verifies immediately that you are a veteran of any service, active, former National Guard or Reserves…all the fine veterans. You merely give your phone number at checkout. No ID quackery like HD , trying to restrict users,. Lowes just cares more for all veterans than the phonies and flag waivers at HD.

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    • James H. Arcand says

      April 12, 2021 at 6:38 PM

      You call Lowes HQ to register your status thru SS number. Again, just give tel.# at check-out. HD tries to minimize veterans usage. Shame on HD.

      Reply
    • FRED ZOBEL says

      April 17, 2021 at 7:32 AM

      My wife is a veteran, she filled out a very simple form at lowes and receives the discount, Home depot you cant find any info to fill out and make it very hard to apply for it. She has a state veteran drivers license and they will not accept at home depot. WE dont go to home depot anymore and we bought a new house that needs alot of work long story short lowes over $55,000 in business and Home Depot 0

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  2. robert myers says

    April 11, 2021 at 12:51 AM

    I’ve always gotten veterans discount at Lowes but Home depot seems to only give it if a Lowes is nearby. I’ve tried a couple of times at the blairsville, ga home depot and they wouldn’t honor my GA veterans drivers lic as proof. Likely I’ll never go back unless I’m desperate.

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  3. James S Hall says

    April 5, 2021 at 7:17 PM

    Home Depot is selective on which veterans they will give their discount to. Lowes reviews applications and I now get a discount at Lowes. Home depot limits which veterans and which items, but no discount for me. I don’t appreciate Home Depot using my veteran status to promote their store, and then deny many veterans the advertised courtesy.

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  4. Jane Piekarsky says

    March 24, 2021 at 9:03 AM

    i too was not able to use my husbands military discount Lowe’s allowed me use the military discount Now my husband is deceased & Home Depot says I can use it ????

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    • Jane Piekarsky says

      April 18, 2021 at 5:31 PM

      Home Depot says NO

      Reply
  5. Outin10 says

    March 18, 2021 at 8:43 PM

    Good stuff, will be sending to my friend in USAF.

    Reply
  6. Stephan says

    March 3, 2021 at 6:44 PM

    When I tried to use Lowe’s military discount, I used my DD-214 as proof. At the time I did not have a veteran’s ID card. I have since gotten one. The next time I tried for a military discount with my card at Lowe’s, they wouldn’t accept it! It seems I also had to register with Lowe’s to get my military discount. I haven’t been back since. Home Depot always accepts my Veteran’s I.D. card.

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  7. Jane Piekarsky says

    March 3, 2021 at 1:43 PM

    My husband was in the military many years ago. When I presented his papers proof & discharge papers Home Depot would not accept them as proof & I was not able to use them as valid . I went to Lowe’s; they accepted them as proof of his service . I have shopped there since.

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  8. LTC Ezzell says

    February 26, 2021 at 4:31 PM

    I can go to LOWES any time and get my 10% Veteran’s discount.

    Reply
  9. vanessa burgess says

    February 25, 2021 at 4:19 PM

    I appreciate your company offering discounts to certain qualifying veterans. However, I don’t understand why it’s only offered on specific holidays and limited to certain veterans. I meet the qualifications that are required because I am a 100% service connected disabled veteran. However, I can go to LOWES any time and get my 10% Veteran’s discount.

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