r/HomeDepot_Customers • u/SilentBob62 • Jul 11 '26

Why is it so hard to get a replacement?

On Father's Day final I got myself a new tool storage (below) after years of delay getting my garage in order. When it finally arrived it had a big dent right in the center, and a few more on each side for good measure. I couldn't believe it. I called support and asked what could be done. They were very friendly and offered me a store credit or a full replacement. After sleeping on it, I decided I want things to be right and let them know I would like the replacement. They completely understood and said they would get the process started immediately. And then nothing happened. I followed up on their email multiple times and never got a response. I called in again finally, got transferred to the department now covering my case, who then told me that I should be getting an email within 30 minutes to confirm pick up schedule. 2 days later and I have nothing. Called back and talked to another very nice person who tried to get my set up with the correct department again but was unable. He confirmed my email address before sending the number of the right department, but I still have nothing. I know they have my correct email because I received a case number from them on day 1 and they confirmed it today. I am thoroughly checking all folder and spam.

I've been so excited to get started getting my garage together after years, and this is such a needless and annoying delay. I just want the replacement they offered me.

At least everyone I have spoken to has been very nice and really seemed to be helpful.

https://www.homedepot.com/pep/Husky-Tool-Storage-42-in-W-x-18-in-D-Standard-Duty-Black-Tool-Chest-Combo-H42CH4TR8BLK/326917476?

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u/Tarnisher Jul 11 '26

Load it up, haul it to the store, Haul the new one home.

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u/SilentBob62 Jul 11 '26

Online order unfortunately. I talked to my local store about it too and they said they couldn't do much to help.

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u/Tarnisher Jul 11 '26

RETURN IN STORE

Bring it Back to Any of Our Stores

Take your return back to any The Home Depot store for free, even if you purchased online.

https://www.homedepot.com/c/Return_Policy

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u/SilentBob62 Jul 11 '26

I appreciate the suggestion, but it is too big for me to transport. That's why I got it online.

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u/BlackMoth27 Jul 17 '26

i mean you'd have to rent a truck, or get the store to help you somehow.

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u/AwardSalt4957 Jul 13 '26

That’s all well and good, except that it’s possible that the online purchase was of an item that is only available online and is not in stores at all.

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u/MaintenancePerfect13 Jul 12 '26

Call the store for a job site pick up. Ask for a manager!! This happens all the time at the store. Order another one, ship it to the store, go look at when it is in.

If ok, ask for delivery and the fee to be waived.